How to Pronounce Glorious

To pronounce "glorious", say GLOR-ious — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡlɔː.ɹi.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɡlɔː.ɹi.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “glorious”

"glorious" has 2 syllables: glor-ious. It rhymes with notorious and laborious, if that helps it stick.

What does glorious mean?

adjective

  1. Exhibiting attributes, qualities, or acts that are worthy of or receive glory.

    “glorious deeds”

  2. Excellent, wonderful

Synonyms

boastfulhaughtyostentatiousvaingloriousbrightresplendentshiningsplendid

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Words that rhyme with glorious

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notoriouslaboriousingloriousmeritoriousvictoriousaureuschoreussartorius

Related words

illustriousrespectedcelebratedinspiredmagnificentsplendiferousproudimpressive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glorious"?▾

"Glorious" has 2 syllables: glor · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "glorious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glorious" is /ˈɡlɔː.ɹi.əs/.

What does "glorious" mean?▾

Glorious: Exhibiting attributes, qualities, or acts that are worthy of or receive glory.

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