How to Pronounce Incognito

To pronounce "incognito", say INC-ogn-it-o — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪnkɒɡˈniːtoʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˌɪnkɒɡˈniːtoʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “incognito”

"incognito" has 4 syllables: inc-ogn-it-o. It rhymes with veto and tito, if that helps it stick.

What does incognito mean?

noun

  1. One unknown or in disguise, or under an assumed character or name.
  2. The assumption of disguise or of a feigned character; the state of being in disguise or not recognized.

adjective

  1. Without being known; in disguise; in an assumed character, or under an assumed title.

adverb

  1. Without revealing one's identity.

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Words that rhyme with incognito

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vetotitobonitosteatosteato-

Related words

concealedinvisibleundercoverundergroundincognitadisguiselessdisguisedmasked

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "incognito"?▾

"Incognito" has 4 syllables: inc · ogn · it · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "incognito"?▾

The IPA transcription of "incognito" is /ˌɪnkɒɡˈniːtoʊ/.

What does "incognito" mean?▾

Incognito: One unknown or in disguise, or under an assumed character or name.

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