How to Pronounce Nauseous

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈnɑːʃəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nauseous”

"nauseous" has 2 syllables: naus-eous. It rhymes with cautious, if that helps it stick.

What does nauseous mean?

adjective

  1. Causing nausea; sickening or disgusting.
  2. (sometimes proscribed) Afflicted with nausea; sick.

Synonyms

nauseating

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Words that rhyme with nauseous

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cautious

Related words

sickeningnauseatingnoisomeunwholesomevileloathsomeoffensivequeasy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nauseous"?▾

"Nauseous" has 2 syllables: naus · eous.

What is the IPA transcription of "nauseous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nauseous" is /ˈnɑːʃəs/.

What does "nauseous" mean?▾

Nauseous: Causing nausea; sickening or disgusting.

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