How to Pronounce Rotund

To pronounce "rotund", say ROT-und — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹəʊˈtʌnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹəʊˈtʌnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rotund”

"rotund" has 2 syllables: rot-und. It rhymes with stunned and fund, if that helps it stick.

What does rotund mean?

adjective

  1. Having a round or spherical shape; circular; orbicular.
  2. Having a round body shape; portly or plump; podgy.

Synonyms

boomingresoundingchubbytubby

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Words that rhyme with rotund

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stunnedfundmundgunnedrefundtwinnedsunnedpunnedhundoutgunnedgrund

Related words

roundroundedorotundfullweightyobesecorpulentfat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rotund"?▾

"Rotund" has 2 syllables: rot · und.

What is the IPA transcription of "rotund"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rotund" is /ɹəʊˈtʌnd/.

What does "rotund" mean?▾

Rotund: Having a round or spherical shape; circular; orbicular.

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