How to Pronounce Milieu

To pronounce "milieu", say MIL-ieu — 2 syllables, IPA /mɪlˈjɜː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/mɪlˈjɜː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “milieu”

"milieu" has 2 syllables: mil-ieu. It rhymes with beaulieu, if that helps it stick.

What does milieu mean?

noun

  1. Medium.
  2. Social setting or environment.

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Words that rhyme with milieu

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beaulieu

Related words

surroundingsenvironmentambiencemediumlandscapecontextmidpointmiddle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "milieu"?▾

"Milieu" has 2 syllables: mil · ieu.

What is the IPA transcription of "milieu"?▾

The IPA transcription of "milieu" is /mɪlˈjɜː/.

What does "milieu" mean?▾

Milieu: Medium.

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