How to Pronounce Narcissus

To pronounce "narcissus", say NARC-iss-us — 3 syllables, IPA /nɑɹˈsɪsəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/nɑɹˈsɪsəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “narcissus”

"narcissus" has 3 syllables: narc-iss-us. It rhymes with electrophoresis and issus, if that helps it stick.

What does narcissus mean?

noun

  1. Any of several bulbous flowering plants, of the genus Narcissus, having white or yellow cup- or trumpet-shaped flowers, notably the daffodil
  2. A beautiful young man, like the mythological Greek Narcissus

Words that rhyme with narcissus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

electrophoresisissus

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "narcissus"?▾

"Narcissus" has 3 syllables: narc · iss · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "narcissus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "narcissus" is /nɑɹˈsɪsəs/.

What does "narcissus" mean?▾

Narcissus: Any of several bulbous flowering plants, of the genus Narcissus, having white or yellow cup- or trumpet-shaped flowers, notably the daffodil

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