How to Pronounce Indigo

To pronounce "indigo", say IND-ig-o — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪn.dɪˌɡəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɪn.dɪˌɡəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “indigo”

"indigo" has 3 syllables: ind-ig-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does indigo mean?

noun

  1. A purplish-blue colour
  2. An indigo-colored dye obtained from certain plants (the indigo plant or woad), or a similar synthetic dye.

adjective

  1. Having a deep purplish-blue colour

Words that rhyme with indigo

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

anilindigotincarmineweedherbpotgrassrainbow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "indigo"?▾

"Indigo" has 3 syllables: ind · ig · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "indigo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "indigo" is /ˈɪn.dɪˌɡəʊ/.

What does "indigo" mean?▾

Indigo: A purplish-blue colour

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