How to Pronounce Avaricious

To pronounce "avaricious", say AV-ar-ic-ious — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌævəˈɹɪʃəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌævəˈɹɪʃəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “avaricious”

"avaricious" has 4 syllables: av-ar-ic-ious.

What does avaricious mean?

adjective

  1. Actuated by avarice; extremely greedy for wealth or material gain; immoderately desirous of accumulating property.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "avaricious"?▾

"Avaricious" has 4 syllables: av · ar · ic · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "avaricious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "avaricious" is /ˌævəˈɹɪʃəs/.

What does "avaricious" mean?▾

Avaricious: Actuated by avarice; extremely greedy for wealth or material gain; immoderately desirous of accumulating property.

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