How to Pronounce Nonresident

To pronounce "nonresident", say NONR-es-id-ent — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

NONR-es-id-ent

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💡 Tip for remembering “nonresident”

"nonresident" has 4 syllables: nonr-es-id-ent. It rhymes with resident and president, if that helps it stick.

What does nonresident mean?

noun

  1. One who is not a resident; an alien; a foreigner
  2. A person living in a country who is no legal permanent resident.

adjective

  1. Not resident; not residing in the place in question

    “a nonresident clergyman or proprietor of lands”

Synonyms

outlanderoutsiderperegrinealienforeign

Words that rhyme with nonresident

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

residentpresidentvice-president

Related words

sportsummercaternon-residentinwardfinalizenonresidingnonresidentialnonresidentiary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nonresident"?▾

"Nonresident" has 4 syllables: nonr · es · id · ent.

What does "nonresident" mean?▾

Nonresident: One who is not a resident; an alien; a foreigner

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