To pronounce "rictus", say RICT-us — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
rictus
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RICT-us
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"rictus" has 2 syllables: rict-us. It rhymes with ictus and ductus, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Rictus" has 2 syllables: rict · us.
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