To pronounce "cicadas", say CIC-ad-as — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CIC-ad-as
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"cicadas" has 3 syllables: cic-ad-as. It rhymes with haidas and adas, if that helps it stick.
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"Cicadas" has 3 syllables: cic · ad · as.
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