How to Pronounce Emoticon

To pronounce "emoticon", say EM-ot-ic-on — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪˈmoʊtəˌkɑn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɪˈmoʊtəˌkɑn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “emoticon”

"emoticon" has 4 syllables: em-ot-ic-on. It rhymes with paragon and liaison, if that helps it stick.

What does emoticon mean?

noun

  1. A graphical representation of a particular emotion of the writer, used especially in SMS, email, or other electronic communication.

Words that rhyme with emoticon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paragonliaisonautomatonfawnlexiconphenomenondrawndenouementdonbygonepylonwithdrawn

Related words

grinemoteemotagemojiemojificationsmileyreactionsmilie

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "emoticon"?▾

"Emoticon" has 4 syllables: em · ot · ic · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "emoticon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "emoticon" is /ɪˈmoʊtəˌkɑn/.

What does "emoticon" mean?▾

Emoticon: A graphical representation of a particular emotion of the writer, used especially in SMS, email, or other electronic communication.

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