How to Pronounce Judicious

To pronounce "judicious", say JUD-ic-ious — 3 syllables, IPA /dʒuˈdɪʃ.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dʒuˈdɪʃ.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “judicious”

"judicious" has 3 syllables: jud-ic-ious. It rhymes with capricious and pernicious, if that helps it stick.

What does judicious mean?

adjective

  1. Having, characterized by, or done with good judgment or sound thinking.

Synonyms

sagacious

Words that rhyme with judicious

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

capriciouspernicioussurreptitiousauspiciouspropitiousmaliciousambitiousviciousexpeditiousfictitioussuspiciousfactitious

Related words

wiseprudentsensibleadvisableresponsibleprudentialwell-advisedconsiderate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "judicious"?▾

"Judicious" has 3 syllables: jud · ic · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "judicious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "judicious" is /dʒuˈdɪʃ.əs/.

What does "judicious" mean?▾

Judicious: Having, characterized by, or done with good judgment or sound thinking.

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