How to Pronounce Nuncio

To pronounce "nuncio", say NUNC-io — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnʌnʃiˌoʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnʌnʃiˌoʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nuncio”

"nuncio" has 2 syllables: nunc-io.

What does nuncio mean?

noun

  1. The ecclesiastic title of a permanent diplomatic representative of the Roman Catholic Church to a sovereign state or international organization, who is accorded a rank equivalent to an accredited ambassador, and may also be given additional privileges including recognition as Dean in a country's diplomatic corps.
  2. (by extension) One who bears a message; a messenger.

Related words

apostolicnuncioshipnunciatureinternunciointernunciuslegateablegatemonsignor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nuncio"?▾

"Nuncio" has 2 syllables: nunc · io.

What is the IPA transcription of "nuncio"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nuncio" is /ˈnʌnʃiˌoʊ/.

What does "nuncio" mean?▾

Nuncio: The ecclesiastic title of a permanent diplomatic representative of the Roman Catholic Church to a sovereign state or international organization, who is accorded a rank equivalent to an accredited ambassador, and may also be given additional privileges including recognition as Dean in a country's diplomatic corps.

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