How to Pronounce Nausea

To pronounce "nausea", say NAUS-ea — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɔːsɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnɔːsɪə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nausea”

"nausea" has 2 syllables: naus-ea. It rhymes with degrazia and digrazia, if that helps it stick.

What does nausea mean?

noun

  1. A feeling of illness or discomfort in the digestive system, usually characterized by a strong urge to vomit.
  2. Strong dislike or disgust.

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Words that rhyme with nausea

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degraziadigrazia

Related words

sicknessdizzinesspaindisgustrevulsionbiliousnessseasicknessqueasiness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nausea"?▾

"Nausea" has 2 syllables: naus · ea.

What is the IPA transcription of "nausea"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nausea" is /ˈnɔːsɪə/.

What does "nausea" mean?▾

Nausea: A feeling of illness or discomfort in the digestive system, usually characterized by a strong urge to vomit.

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