How to Pronounce Noctiluca

To pronounce "noctiluca", say NOCT-il-uc-a — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌnɑk.tɪˈlu.kə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˌnɑk.tɪˈlu.kə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “noctiluca

"noctiluca" has 4 syllables: noct-il-uc-a.

What does noctiluca mean?

noun

  1. A firefly, glowworm.
  2. The moon

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How many syllables are in "noctiluca"?

"Noctiluca" has 4 syllables: noct · il · uc · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "noctiluca"?

The IPA transcription of "noctiluca" is /ˌnɑk.tɪˈlu.kə/.

What does "noctiluca" mean?

Noctiluca: A firefly, glowworm.

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