How to Pronounce Caducous

To pronounce "caducous", say CAD-uc-ous — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈdjuːkəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

caducous

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kəˈdjuːkəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caducous”

"caducous" has 3 syllables: cad-uc-ous.

What does caducous mean?

adjective

  1. Of a part of an organism, disappearing in the normal course of development.
  2. Tending to fall early.

    “caducous leaves”

Related words

shedsepalsstipulesdeciduouscaducifoliousevanescenttruncatebrevideciduous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caducous"?▾

"Caducous" has 3 syllables: cad · uc · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "caducous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caducous" is /kəˈdjuːkəs/.

What does "caducous" mean?▾

Caducous: Of a part of an organism, disappearing in the normal course of development.

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