How to Pronounce Daffodil

To pronounce "daffodil", say DAFF-od-il — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdæfəˌdɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdæfəˌdɪl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “daffodil”

"daffodil" has 3 syllables: daff-od-il. It rhymes with shrill and thrill, if that helps it stick.

What does daffodil mean?

noun

  1. A bulbous plant of the genus Narcissus, with yellow flowers and a trumpet shaped corona, especially Narcissus pseudonarcissus, the national flower of Wales.
  2. A brilliant yellow color, like that of a daffodil.

adjective

  1. Of a brilliant yellow color, like that of a daffodil.

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Words that rhyme with daffodil

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shrillthrillkrilltrillskillillinstillbrillbastillemilltillswill

Related words

yayhooraynarcissusbuttercupjonquilpaperwhite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "daffodil"?▾

"Daffodil" has 3 syllables: daff · od · il.

What is the IPA transcription of "daffodil"?▾

The IPA transcription of "daffodil" is /ˈdæfəˌdɪl/.

What does "daffodil" mean?▾

Daffodil: A bulbous plant of the genus Narcissus, with yellow flowers and a trumpet shaped corona, especially Narcissus pseudonarcissus, the national flower of Wales.

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