How to Pronounce Maliciously

To pronounce "maliciously", say MAL-ic-iously — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

MAL-ic-iously

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💡 Tip for remembering “maliciously”

"maliciously" has 3 syllables: mal-ic-iously. It rhymes with expeditiously and capriciously, if that helps it stick.

What does maliciously mean?

adverb

  1. In a malicious manner, or for malicious reasons

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Words that rhyme with maliciously

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

expeditiouslycapriciouslyviciouslysurreptitiouslyambitiouslyjudiciouslysuspiciously

Related words

wilfullyknowinglyintentionallymalitiouslymalignlymalignantlymalevolentlyunmaliciously

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maliciously"?▾

"Maliciously" has 3 syllables: mal · ic · iously.

What does "maliciously" mean?▾

Maliciously: In a malicious manner, or for malicious reasons

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