How to Pronounce Filicide

To pronounce "filicide", say FIL-ic-id-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfɪ.lɪ.sʌɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈfɪ.lɪ.sʌɪd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “filicide

"filicide" has 4 syllables: fil-ic-id-e. It rhymes with stillicide and silicide, if that helps it stick.

What does filicide mean?

noun

  1. A person who kills their own child.
  2. The killing of one's own child.

Words that rhyme with filicide

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "filicide"?

"Filicide" has 4 syllables: fil · ic · id · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "filicide"?

The IPA transcription of "filicide" is /ˈfɪ.lɪ.sʌɪd/.

What does "filicide" mean?

Filicide: A person who kills their own child.

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