How to Pronounce Promiscuous

To pronounce "promiscuous", say PROM-isc-uous — 3 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈmɪskjuːəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/pɹəˈmɪskjuːəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “promiscuous”

"promiscuous" has 3 syllables: prom-isc-uous.

What does promiscuous mean?

adjective

  1. Made up of various disparate elements mixed together; of disorderly composition.
  2. Made without careful choice; indiscriminate.

    “A sail caught by a promiscuous wind.”

Synonyms

motley

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Related words

easyloosewantonsluttishindiscriminatelightunchastedirty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "promiscuous"?▾

"Promiscuous" has 3 syllables: prom · isc · uous.

What is the IPA transcription of "promiscuous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "promiscuous" is /pɹəˈmɪskjuːəs/.

What does "promiscuous" mean?▾

Promiscuous: Made up of various disparate elements mixed together; of disorderly composition.

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