How to Pronounce Eunuch

To pronounce "eunuch", say EUN-uch — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈjuː.nək/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈjuː.nək/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “eunuch”

"eunuch" has 2 syllables: eun-uch. It rhymes with tunic and runic, if that helps it stick.

What does eunuch mean?

noun

  1. A castrated human male.
  2. Such a man employed as harem guard or in certain (mainly Eastern) monarchies (e.g. late Roman and Chinese Empires) as court or state officials.

Synonyms

gelding

Words that rhyme with eunuch

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tunicruniczoonicpoonacbrunickjunekmunichpunic

Related words

castrateethiopianspadocastratospadecavaliernu-maleclipcock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eunuch"?▾

"Eunuch" has 2 syllables: eun · uch.

What is the IPA transcription of "eunuch"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eunuch" is /ˈjuː.nək/.

What does "eunuch" mean?▾

Eunuch: A castrated human male.

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