How to Pronounce Autochthonous

To pronounce "autochthonous", say AUT-ochth-on-ous — 4 syllables, IPA /ɔːˈtɒkθənəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/ɔːˈtɒkθənəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “autochthonous”

"autochthonous" has 4 syllables: aut-ochth-on-ous.

What does autochthonous mean?

adjective

  1. Native to the place where found; indigenous.
  2. Originating where found; found where it originates.

Synonyms

aboriginalautochthonicindigenousnative

Antonyms

allochthonous

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Related words

indigenousautochthonicautochthonalnativeendemichome-grownhomegrownaboriginal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "autochthonous"?▾

"Autochthonous" has 4 syllables: aut · ochth · on · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "autochthonous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "autochthonous" is /ɔːˈtɒkθənəs/.

What does "autochthonous" mean?▾

Autochthonous: Native to the place where found; indigenous.

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