How to Pronounce Nigella

To pronounce "nigella", say NIG-ell-a — 3 syllables, IPA /naɪˈd͡ʒɛlə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

nigella

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Syllables

Letters

/naɪˈd͡ʒɛlə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “nigella”

"nigella" has 3 syllables: nig-ell-a. It rhymes with shigella and tigella, if that helps it stick.

What does nigella mean?

noun

Any plant of the genus Nigella of about twelve species of annual flowering plants, the blooms of which are generally blue in colour but also found in shades of pink, white and pale purple.
The seeds of the plant Nigella sativa, used as a culinary spice.

Synonyms

love-in-a-mist black onion seed kalonji onion seed

Words that rhyme with nigella

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shigella tigella

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nigella"?▾

"Nigella" has 3 syllables: nig · ell · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "nigella"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nigella" is /naɪˈd͡ʒɛlə/.

What does "nigella" mean?▾

Nigella: Any plant of the genus Nigella of about twelve species of annual flowering plants, the blooms of which are generally blue in colour but also found in shades of pink, white and pale purple.

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