How to Pronounce Oratorio

To pronounce "oratorio", say OR-at-or-io — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

OR-at-or-io

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💡 Tip for remembering “oratorio”

"oratorio" has 4 syllables: or-at-or-io. It rhymes with chorio and florio, if that helps it stick.

What does oratorio mean?

noun

  1. A musical composition, often based on a religious theme; similar to opera but with no costume, scenery or acting.

Words that rhyme with oratorio

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

choriofloriochorio-ioriocoriodegregoriodigregoriodiioriodiloriodioriodorio

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oratorio"?▾

"Oratorio" has 4 syllables: or · at · or · io.

What does "oratorio" mean?▾

Oratorio: A musical composition, often based on a religious theme; similar to opera but with no costume, scenery or acting.

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