How to Pronounce Refugee

To pronounce "refugee", say REF-ug-ee — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɛfjʊˈdʒiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɹɛfjʊˈdʒiː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “refugee”

"refugee" has 3 syllables: ref-ug-ee.

What does refugee mean?

noun

  1. A person seeking refuge in a foreign country out of fear of political persecution or the prospect of such persecution in their home country, i.e., a person seeking political asylum.
  2. A person seeking refuge due to a natural disaster, war, etc.

verb

  1. To convey (slaves) away from the advance of the federal forces.

Related words

emigrerecoursecaseloadnuthousemadhousehidingsanctuaryasylum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "refugee"?▾

"Refugee" has 3 syllables: ref · ug · ee.

What is the IPA transcription of "refugee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "refugee" is /ɹɛfjʊˈdʒiː/.

What does "refugee" mean?▾

Refugee: A person seeking refuge in a foreign country out of fear of political persecution or the prospect of such persecution in their home country, i.e., a person seeking political asylum.

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