How to Pronounce Rodent

To pronounce "rodent", say ROD-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹəʊdənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹəʊdənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rodent”

"rodent" has 2 syllables: rod-ent.

What does rodent mean?

noun

  1. A mammal of the order Rodentia, characterized by long incisors that grow continuously and are worn down by gnawing.
  2. (bulletin board system slang, leet) A person lacking in maturity, social skills, technical competence or intelligence; lamer.

adjective

  1. Gnawing; biting; corroding; applied to a destructive variety of cancer or ulcer.

Synonyms

gnawer

Related words

gnawerratmurinemousevolepestratssquirrel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rodent"?▾

"Rodent" has 2 syllables: rod · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "rodent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rodent" is /ˈɹəʊdənt/.

What does "rodent" mean?▾

Rodent: A mammal of the order Rodentia, characterized by long incisors that grow continuously and are worn down by gnawing.

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