How to Pronounce Hygienist

To pronounce "hygienist", say HYGIEN-ist — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

HYGIEN-ist

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💡 Tip for remembering “hygienist”

"hygienist" has 2 syllables: hygien-ist. It rhymes with venust and machinist, if that helps it stick.

What does hygienist mean?

noun

  1. A person skilled in hygienics, but especially a dental assistant who cleans teeth etc

Words that rhyme with hygienist

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

venustmachinistmenacedgreenestplenistdentistcleanestmeanestleanestkeenestkienast

Related words

medicalhealthofficerhygenicisttoothbrusherchairsidedenturisthandwasher

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hygienist"?▾

"Hygienist" has 2 syllables: hygien · ist.

What does "hygienist" mean?▾

Hygienist: A person skilled in hygienics, but especially a dental assistant who cleans teeth etc

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