How to Pronounce Scenario

To pronounce "scenario", say SCEN-ar-io — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪˈnɛɹioʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/sɪˈnɛɹioʊ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/sənˈɑːɹiˌəʊ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “scenario”

"scenario" has 3 syllables: scen-ar-io. It rhymes with stereo- and polisario, if that helps it stick.

What does scenario mean?

noun

  1. An outline of the plot of a dramatic or literary work.
  2. A screenplay itself, or an outline or a treatment of it.

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Words that rhyme with scenario

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stereo-polisariodesideriodiarioruggeriobancarioceriodimperiofinanziario

Related words

plotstorylinestorysettingcontextscriptoverviewpattern

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scenario"?▾

"Scenario" has 3 syllables: scen · ar · io.

What is the IPA transcription of "scenario"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scenario" is /sɪˈnɛɹioʊ/.

What does "scenario" mean?▾

Scenario: An outline of the plot of a dramatic or literary work.

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