How to Pronounce "mantra"
word
ˈmæntɹə
MAN-truh
mˈɑːntɹɐ
MAHN-truh
Definition
A 'mantra' is a word or phrase that is repeated often, especially during meditation for focus or calm, or used as a personal motto for encouragement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmæntɹə
British English
mˈɑːntɹɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAN-truh
UK
MAHN-truh
Listen in Context
He repeats a mantra every morning to relax.
The yoga teacher chanted a mantra in class.
Her personal mantra is 'stay positive'.
Whenever I'm stressed, I just repeat my little mantra and it really helps.