How to Pronounce Echinacea

To pronounce "echinacea", say ECH-in-ac-ea — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɛkəˈneɪsɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌɛkəˈneɪsɪə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “echinacea”

"echinacea" has 4 syllables: ech-in-ac-ea. It rhymes with iglesia and pharmacia, if that helps it stick.

What does echinacea mean?

noun

  1. Any of several plants, of genus Echinacea, having pinkish-purple flowers.
  2. A herbal medicine extracted from the roots and seeds of such plants.

Words that rhyme with echinacea

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iglesiapharmacia

Related words

rootsppracinepurpureaeuphrasiaepimediumeyebrighteucharis

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "echinacea"?▾

"Echinacea" has 4 syllables: ech · in · ac · ea.

What is the IPA transcription of "echinacea"?▾

The IPA transcription of "echinacea" is /ˌɛkəˈneɪsɪə/.

What does "echinacea" mean?▾

Echinacea: Any of several plants, of genus Echinacea, having pinkish-purple flowers.

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