How to pronounce “soñar”
Hear how “soñar (to dream)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | to dream |
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| Syllables | so · ñar (2) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a consonant other than n or s stress the last syllable: ÑAR. |
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| IPA | /so.ˈɲaɾ/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: The ñ sounds like the ny in "canyon": soh-NYAHR. Without the tilde, sonar means "to ring".
- The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
- ñ sounds like "ny", as in "canyon".
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · The letter Ñ · Stress and accent marks
Example sentences
Sueño con viajar a España.I dream of traveling to Spain.
Anoche soñé contigo.Last night I dreamed about you.
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