How to Pronounce Bitcoin

To pronounce "bitcoin", say BITC-oin — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɪtˌkɔɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbɪtˌkɔɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bitcoin”

"bitcoin" has 2 syllables: bitc-oin.

What does bitcoin mean?

noun

  1. A unit of the bitcoin digital currency.

    “This item costs one bitcoin.”

proper noun

  1. A decentralized digital currency.

    “We do not accept bitcoin at this store.”

Synonyms

BTCXBT₿

Related words

coincoinagechangecryptoassetcoinbasebancorcashxenocurrency

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bitcoin"?▾

"Bitcoin" has 2 syllables: bitc · oin.

What is the IPA transcription of "bitcoin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bitcoin" is /ˈbɪtˌkɔɪn/.

What does "bitcoin" mean?▾

Bitcoin: A unit of the bitcoin digital currency.

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