How to Pronounce Precautionary

To pronounce "precautionary", say PREC-aut-ion-ary — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PREC-aut-ion-ary

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💡 Tip for remembering “precautionary”

"precautionary" has 4 syllables: prec-aut-ion-ary.

What does precautionary mean?

noun

  1. A precaution.

adjective

  1. Of, pertaining to, or serving as a precaution

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Related words

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How many syllables are in "precautionary"?▾

"Precautionary" has 4 syllables: prec · aut · ion · ary.

What does "precautionary" mean?▾

Precautionary: A precaution.

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