How to Pronounce Idyllic

To pronounce "idyllic", say IDYLL-ic — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪˈdɪlɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪˈdɪlɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “idyllic”

"idyllic" has 2 syllables: idyll-ic. It rhymes with pedophilic and acrylic, if that helps it stick.

What does idyllic mean?

noun

  1. An idyllic state or situation. (A substantive use of the adjective)

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to idylls.
  2. Extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.

Words that rhyme with idyllic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pedophilicacrylichydrophilicbasophiliceosinophiliccarboxylicamphophilicbillickbilykcyrillicgillickgillock

Related words

perfectpleasantpastoralidyllicalidolicidioplasmiceidolicnymphic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "idyllic"?▾

"Idyllic" has 2 syllables: idyll · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "idyllic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "idyllic" is /ɪˈdɪlɪk/.

What does "idyllic" mean?▾

Idyllic: An idyllic state or situation. (A substantive use of the adjective)

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