How to Pronounce Asparagus

To pronounce "asparagus", say ASP-ar-ag-us — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈspæɹ.ə.ɡəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/əˈspæɹ.ə.ɡəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “asparagus”

"asparagus" has 4 syllables: asp-ar-ag-us.

What does asparagus mean?

noun

  1. Any of various perennial plants of the genus Asparagus having leaflike stems, scalelike leaves, and small flowers.
  2. The young shoots of Asparagus officinalis eaten as a vegetable.

Synonyms

sparagesparagrasssparagussparrowgrass

Related words

studofficinalissparagussparagrasssperageasphodel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "asparagus"?▾

"Asparagus" has 4 syllables: asp · ar · ag · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "asparagus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "asparagus" is /əˈspæɹ.ə.ɡəs/.

What does "asparagus" mean?▾

Asparagus: Any of various perennial plants of the genus Asparagus having leaflike stems, scalelike leaves, and small flowers.

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