How to Pronounce Nigrescent

To pronounce "nigrescent", say NIGR-esc-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /naɪˈɡɹɛsənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/naɪˈɡɹɛsənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nigrescent”

"nigrescent" has 3 syllables: nigr-esc-ent.

What does nigrescent mean?

adjective

  1. Growing or becoming black; approaching blackness; blackish.

Related words

nigricantnigritudinousblackenedblackishnegrolikeduskyfuscousinky

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nigrescent"?▾

"Nigrescent" has 3 syllables: nigr · esc · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "nigrescent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nigrescent" is /naɪˈɡɹɛsənt/.

What does "nigrescent" mean?▾

Nigrescent: Growing or becoming black; approaching blackness; blackish.

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