How to Pronounce Adonis

To pronounce "adonis", say AD-on-is — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

adonis

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

AD-on-is

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💡 Tip for remembering “adonis”

"adonis" has 3 syllables: ad-on-is. It rhymes with faunus and rawness, if that helps it stick.

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Words that rhyme with adonis

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faunusrawnesswannessgonenesskiwanisalanisbodaniscampanisdestefanisgalanisglonass

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adonis"?▾

"Adonis" has 3 syllables: ad · on · is.

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