How to Pronounce Rigmarole

To pronounce "rigmarole", say RIGM-ar-ol-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪɡməɹəʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɹɪɡməɹəʊl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rigmarole”

"rigmarole" has 4 syllables: rigm-ar-ol-e.

What does rigmarole mean?

noun

  1. A long and complicated procedure that seems tiresome or pointless.

    “Have you seen all the rigmarole you have to go through at airport security these days?”

  2. Nonsense; confused and incoherent talk.

adjective

  1. Prolix; tedious.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rigmarole"?▾

"Rigmarole" has 4 syllables: rigm · ar · ol · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "rigmarole"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rigmarole" is /ˈɹɪɡməɹəʊl/.

What does "rigmarole" mean?▾

Rigmarole: A long and complicated procedure that seems tiresome or pointless.

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