How to Pronounce Nectarine

To pronounce "nectarine", say NECT-ar-in-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈnɛk.tə.ɹin/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈnɛk.tə.ɹin/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nectarine”

"nectarine" has 4 syllables: nect-ar-in-e.

What does nectarine mean?

noun

  1. A cultivar of the peach distinguished by its skin being smooth, not fuzzy.
  2. A nectar-like liquid medicine.

adjective

  1. Nectarous; like nectar.

Synonyms

brunion

Related words

nectaplumpeachtreepeachrainier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nectarine"?▾

"Nectarine" has 4 syllables: nect · ar · in · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "nectarine"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nectarine" is /ˈnɛk.tə.ɹin/.

What does "nectarine" mean?▾

Nectarine: A cultivar of the peach distinguished by its skin being smooth, not fuzzy.

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