How to Pronounce Rococo

To pronounce "rococo", say ROC-oc-o — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹəˈkəʊkəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹəˈkəʊkəʊ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “rococo”

"rococo" has 3 syllables: roc-oc-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does rococo mean?

noun

  1. A style of baroque architecture and decorative art, from 18th-century France, having elaborate ornamentation.

adjective

  1. Of or relating to the rococo style.
  2. Over-elaborate or complicated; opulent.

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Words that rhyme with rococo

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rococo"?▾

"Rococo" has 3 syllables: roc · oc · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "rococo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rococo" is /ɹəˈkəʊkəʊ/.

What does "rococo" mean?▾

Rococo: A style of baroque architecture and decorative art, from 18th-century France, having elaborate ornamentation.

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