How to Pronounce Precipice

To pronounce "precipice", say PREC-ip-ic-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹɛs.ə.pɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɹɛs.ə.pɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “precipice”

"precipice" has 4 syllables: prec-ip-ic-e.

What does precipice mean?

noun

  1. A very steep cliff.
  2. The brink of a dangerous situation.

    “to stand on a precipice”

Synonyms

cliffcliffdrop

Related words

collapsegapdisastercatastrophedividepitbottombrink

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "precipice"?▾

"Precipice" has 4 syllables: prec · ip · ic · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "precipice"?▾

The IPA transcription of "precipice" is /ˈpɹɛs.ə.pɪs/.

What does "precipice" mean?▾

Precipice: A very steep cliff.

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