How to Pronounce Mountainous

To pronounce "mountainous", say MOUNT-ain-ous — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mountainous”

"mountainous" has 3 syllables: mount-ain-ous.

What does mountainous mean?

adjective

  1. Having many mountains; characterized by mountains; of the nature of a mountain; rough (terrain); rocky.
  2. Resembling a mountain, especially in size; huge; towering.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mountainous"?▾

"Mountainous" has 3 syllables: mount · ain · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "mountainous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mountainous" is /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/.

What does "mountainous" mean?▾

Mountainous: Having many mountains; characterized by mountains; of the nature of a mountain; rough (terrain); rocky.

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