How to Pronounce Saccade

To pronounce "saccade", say SACC-ad-e — 3 syllables, IPA /səˈkɑːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/səˈkɑːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “saccade”

"saccade" has 3 syllables: sacc-ad-e.

What does saccade mean?

noun

  1. A sudden jerking movement.
  2. A rapid jerky movement of the eye (voluntary or involuntary) from one focus to another.

verb

  1. (of the eye) To make a rapid jerking movement to focus elsewhere.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "saccade"?▾

"Saccade" has 3 syllables: sacc · ad · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "saccade"?▾

The IPA transcription of "saccade" is /səˈkɑːd/.

What does "saccade" mean?▾

Saccade: A sudden jerking movement.

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