How to Pronounce Parasites

To pronounce "parasites", say PAR-as-it-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

PAR-as-it-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “parasites”

"parasites" has 4 syllables: par-as-it-es. It rhymes with plights and insights, if that helps it stick.

What does parasites mean?

noun

  1. A person who lives on other people's efforts or expense and gives little or nothing back.
  2. A sycophant or hanger-on.

Antonyms

commensalmutualistsymbiote

Words that rhyme with parasites

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plightsinsightsrightsignitesacolytessightssiteshighlightsmitesinciteswritesblights

Related words

minionleechspongebugsemnfreeloadershostsinfections

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parasites"?▾

"Parasites" has 4 syllables: par · as · it · es.

What does "parasites" mean?▾

Parasites: A person who lives on other people's efforts or expense and gives little or nothing back.

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