How to Pronounce Evanescent

To pronounce "evanescent", say EV-an-esc-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /iːvə-/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/iːvə-/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “evanescent”

"evanescent" has 4 syllables: ev-an-esc-ent. It rhymes with quiescent and effervescent, if that helps it stick.

What does evanescent mean?

adjective

  1. Disappearing, vanishing.
  2. Barely there; almost imperceptible.

Synonyms

nonevanescent

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Words that rhyme with evanescent

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quiescenteffervescentincessantiridescentluminescentfluorescentincandescentadolescentconvalescenttumescentcessantpesante

Related words

impermanenttemporaryfadingvanishingvanishedelusiveviewlessgone

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "evanescent"?▾

"Evanescent" has 4 syllables: ev · an · esc · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "evanescent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "evanescent" is /iːvə-/.

What does "evanescent" mean?▾

Evanescent: Disappearing, vanishing.

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