How to Pronounce Quinoa

To pronounce "quinoa", say QUIN-oa — 2 syllables, IPA /ˌkiˈnoʊə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˌkiˈnoʊə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “quinoa”

"quinoa" has 2 syllables: quin-oa.

What does quinoa mean?

noun

  1. A goosefoot (Chenopodium quinoa) native to the Andes and cultivated for its edible seeds.
  2. The high-protein dried fruits and seeds of this plant, used as a food staple and ground into flour.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quinoa"?▾

"Quinoa" has 2 syllables: quin · oa.

What is the IPA transcription of "quinoa"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quinoa" is /ˌkiˈnoʊə/.

What does "quinoa" mean?▾

Quinoa: A goosefoot (Chenopodium quinoa) native to the Andes and cultivated for its edible seeds.

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