How to Pronounce Salsify

To pronounce "salsify", say SALS-ify — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsælsɪfi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈsælsɪfi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “salsify”

"salsify" has 2 syllables: sals-ify.

What does salsify mean?

noun

  1. Any of several flowering plants, of the genus Tragopogon, most of which have purple flowers.
  2. Scorzonera hispanica, a plant similar in flavor to T. porrifolius, with lanceolate leaves; cultivated for its dark-skinned edible root. Known in particular as "black salsify" among other common names

Related words

salsafytragopogonsalsolasalsillasalpiglossissaltwort

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "salsify"?▾

"Salsify" has 2 syllables: sals · ify.

What is the IPA transcription of "salsify"?▾

The IPA transcription of "salsify" is /ˈsælsɪfi/.

What does "salsify" mean?▾

Salsify: Any of several flowering plants, of the genus Tragopogon, most of which have purple flowers.

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