How to Pronounce Absinthe

To pronounce "absinthe", say ABS-inth-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæb.sænθ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæb.sænθ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “absinthe”

"absinthe" has 3 syllables: abs-inth-e. It rhymes with absinth, if that helps it stick.

What does absinthe mean?

noun

  1. The herb absinthium Artemisia absinthium (grande wormwood); essence of wormwood.
  2. Bitterness; sorrow.

Synonyms

green fairy

Words that rhyme with absinthe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

absinth

Related words

absinthabsinthiumwormwoodabrotanumsouthernwood

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "absinthe"?▾

"Absinthe" has 3 syllables: abs · inth · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "absinthe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "absinthe" is /ˈæb.sænθ/.

What does "absinthe" mean?▾

Absinthe: The herb absinthium Artemisia absinthium (grande wormwood); essence of wormwood.

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