How to Pronounce Idiosyncrasy

To pronounce "idiosyncrasy", say ID-iosyncr-asy — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌɪd.i.əʊˈsɪŋ.kɹə.si/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

idiosyncrasy

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Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌɪd.i.əʊˈsɪŋ.kɹə.si/

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💡 Tip for remembering “idiosyncrasy”

"idiosyncrasy" has 3 syllables: id-iosyncr-asy. It rhymes with free and devotee, if that helps it stick.

What does idiosyncrasy mean?

noun

  1. A behavior or way of thinking that is characteristic of a person.
  2. A language or behaviour that is particular to an individual or group.

Synonyms

eccentricityfoiblehabitmannerismoddityquirkvagary

Words that rhyme with idiosyncrasy

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freedevoteeseekeygleescreereparteeapogeesensualitysyncopeespritweighty

Related words

foiblemannerismspecificityethosticidiosyncracyidiocrasyidiosyncraticity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "idiosyncrasy"?▾

"Idiosyncrasy" has 3 syllables: id · iosyncr · asy.

What is the IPA transcription of "idiosyncrasy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "idiosyncrasy" is /ˌɪd.i.əʊˈsɪŋ.kɹə.si/.

What does "idiosyncrasy" mean?▾

Idiosyncrasy: A behavior or way of thinking that is characteristic of a person.

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