How to Pronounce Expeditious

To pronounce "expeditious", say EXP-ed-it-ious — 4 syllables, IPA /ɛkspɪˈdɪʃəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ɛkspɪˈdɪʃəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “expeditious”

"expeditious" has 4 syllables: exp-ed-it-ious. It rhymes with capricious and pernicious, if that helps it stick.

What does expeditious mean?

adjective

Fast, prompt, speedy.
(of a process or thing) Completed or done with efficiency and speed; facilitating speed.

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Words that rhyme with expeditious

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capricious pernicious surreptitious auspicious propitious judicious malicious ambitious vicious fictitious suspicious factitious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expeditious"?▾

"Expeditious" has 4 syllables: exp · ed · it · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "expeditious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "expeditious" is /ɛkspɪˈdɪʃəs/.

What does "expeditious" mean?▾

Expeditious: Fast, prompt, speedy.

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