How to Pronounce Gorgonian

To pronounce "gorgonian", say GORG-on-ian — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

GORG-on-ian

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💡 Tip for remembering “gorgonian”

"gorgonian" has 3 syllables: gorg-on-ian. It rhymes with chthonian and newtonian, if that helps it stick.

What does gorgonian mean?

noun

  1. A member of the order Alcyonacea, comprising the soft corals.

adjective

  1. Of or relating to the mythical gorgon; terrible or repulsive.
  2. Of or relating to any coral of the order Alcyonacea.

Words that rhyme with gorgonian

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chthoniannewtonianapollonianjacksonianronionamazonianbrownianandonianbabylonian

Related words

coralsgorgoneangorgonaceousmonstrousgorgiandemonicrepugnatorialghoulish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gorgonian"?▾

"Gorgonian" has 3 syllables: gorg · on · ian.

What does "gorgonian" mean?▾

Gorgonian: A member of the order Alcyonacea, comprising the soft corals.

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