How to Pronounce Onassis

To pronounce "onassis", say ON-ass-is — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

ON-ass-is

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💡 Tip for remembering “onassis”

"onassis" has 3 syllables: on-ass-is. It rhymes with gnosis and colossus, if that helps it stick.

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Words that rhyme with onassis

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gnosiscolossusproboscisptosiscrasisbaucisascuscassispassussaucissehaschisch

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "onassis"?▾

"Onassis" has 3 syllables: on · ass · is.

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