How to Pronounce Aureus

To pronounce "aureus", say AUR-eus — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɔːɹɪəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɔːɹɪəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aureus”

"aureus" has 2 syllables: aur-eus. It rhymes with glorious and notorious, if that helps it stick.

What does aureus mean?

noun

  1. A gold coin, minted in the Roman Empire from approximately 100 B.C.E. to 309 C.E., equal to 25 denarii.

Words that rhyme with aureus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gloriousnotoriouslaboriousingloriousmeritoriousvictoriouschoreussartorius

Related words

goldenmrsastaphylococcuspickerelwalleyedoreaureateaurous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aureus"?▾

"Aureus" has 2 syllables: aur · eus.

What is the IPA transcription of "aureus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aureus" is /ˈɔːɹɪəs/.

What does "aureus" mean?▾

Aureus: A gold coin, minted in the Roman Empire from approximately 100 B.C.E. to 309 C.E., equal to 25 denarii.

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