How to Pronounce Academia

To pronounce "academia", say AC-ad-em-ia — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌæ.kəˈdiː.mɪ.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌæ.kəˈdiː.mɪ.ə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “academia”

"academia" has 4 syllables: ac-ad-em-ia. It rhymes with anemia and hypoglycemia, if that helps it stick.

What does academia mean?

noun

  1. (collective) The scientific and cultural community engaged in higher education and research, taken as a whole.

    “Academia continues to provide scientific education, despite attempts to turn it into a system of professional schooling.”

  2. Continuous study at higher education institutions; scholarship.

    “Not every university graduate wishes to pursue academia.”

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Words that rhyme with academia

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Related words

academeacademiciancollegescholaracademicsuniversityscholarlyeducation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "academia"?▾

"Academia" has 4 syllables: ac · ad · em · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "academia"?▾

The IPA transcription of "academia" is /ˌæ.kəˈdiː.mɪ.ə/.

What does "academia" mean?▾

Academia: (collective) The scientific and cultural community engaged in higher education and research, taken as a whole.

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