How to Pronounce Assassin

To pronounce "assassin", say ASS-ass-in — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈsæsɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈsæsɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “assassin”

"assassin" has 3 syllables: ass-ass-in. It rhymes with fasten and bason, if that helps it stick.

What does assassin mean?

noun

  1. A member of the Nizari Ismaili Muslim community of the Alamut Period
  2. Someone who intentionally kills a person, especially a professional who kills a public or political figure.

verb

  1. To assassinate.

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Words that rhyme with assassin

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fastenbasonglassenlasagnegascognesasinplassoncassindracinclassonchasinklassen

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "assassin"?▾

"Assassin" has 3 syllables: ass · ass · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "assassin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "assassin" is /əˈsæsɪn/.

What does "assassin" mean?▾

Assassin: A member of the Nizari Ismaili Muslim community of the Alamut Period

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