How to Pronounce Pseudonym

To pronounce "pseudonym", say PSEUD-onym — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈs(j)uː.dəʊ.nɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈs(j)uː.dəʊ.nɪm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pseudonym”

"pseudonym" has 2 syllables: pseud-onym. It rhymes with grim and dim, if that helps it stick.

What does pseudonym mean?

noun

A fictitious name, as those used by writers and movie stars.
“The Reverend Charles Lutwidge Dodgson wrote "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll.”

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Words that rhyme with pseudonym

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grim dim skim vim trim prim hymn whim rim brim shim limb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pseudonym"?▾

"Pseudonym" has 2 syllables: pseud · onym.

What is the IPA transcription of "pseudonym"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pseudonym" is /ˈs(j)uː.dəʊ.nɪm/.

What does "pseudonym" mean?▾

Pseudonym: A fictitious name, as those used by writers and movie stars.

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