How to Pronounce Halcyon

To pronounce "halcyon", say HALCY-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhælsiːən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhælsiːən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “halcyon”

"halcyon" has 2 syllables: halcy-on. It rhymes with halcion, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: halcion — easy to mix up when writing.

What does halcyon mean?

noun

  1. A kingfisher said in classical mythology to nest on the sea, thereby calming the waters.
  2. A tropical kingfisher of the genus Halcyon, such as the sacred kingfisher (Halcyon sancta) of Australia.

adjective

  1. Pertaining to the halcyon or kingfisher.
  2. Calm, undisturbed, peaceful, serene.

Synonyms

at peaceblissfulcalmpeacefulprelapsarianrelaxedserene

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Words that rhyme with halcyon

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halcion

Related words

goldenhappyprosperouspeacefulserenealcyonhyperionharpy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "halcyon"?▾

"Halcyon" has 2 syllables: halcy · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "halcyon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "halcyon" is /ˈhælsiːən/.

What does "halcyon" mean?▾

Halcyon: A kingfisher said in classical mythology to nest on the sea, thereby calming the waters.

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