How to Pronounce Cicada

To pronounce "cicada", say CIC-ad-a — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪˈkeɪ.də/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/sɪˈkeɪ.də/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cicada”

"cicada" has 3 syllables: cic-ad-a. It rhymes with zenaida and naida, if that helps it stick.

What does cicada mean?

noun

  1. Any of several insects in the superfamily Cicadoidea, with small eyes wide apart on the head and transparent well-veined wings.

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Words that rhyme with cicada

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zenaidanaidahalimedaada

Related words

cicalalocustkillercicadcicadoidcicadettinecicadomorphcicadellid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cicada"?▾

"Cicada" has 3 syllables: cic · ad · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "cicada"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cicada" is /sɪˈkeɪ.də/.

What does "cicada" mean?▾

Cicada: Any of several insects in the superfamily Cicadoidea, with small eyes wide apart on the head and transparent well-veined wings.

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