How to Pronounce Horrendous

To pronounce "horrendous", say HORR-end-ous — 3 syllables, IPA /həˈɹɛndəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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10

Letters

/həˈɹɛndəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “horrendous

"horrendous" has 3 syllables: horr-end-ous. It rhymes with tremendous and stupendous, if that helps it stick.

What does horrendous mean?

adjective

  1. Extremely bad; awful; terrible.

    My journey to work this morning was horrendous!

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "horrendous"?

"Horrendous" has 3 syllables: horr · end · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "horrendous"?

The IPA transcription of "horrendous" is /həˈɹɛndəs/.

What does "horrendous" mean?

Horrendous: Extremely bad; awful; terrible.

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