To pronounce "sensuous", say SENS-uous — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛnʃuəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈsɛnʃuəs/
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"sensuous" has 2 syllables: sens-uous.
adjective
“Although we rarely see Casanova himself on our tour of his sensuous world, we feel his presence as we look at paintings, sculpture, snuff boxes, embroidered vests, silk dresses, silver candy dishes, etc.”
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"Sensuous" has 2 syllables: sens · uous.
The IPA transcription of "sensuous" is /ˈsɛnʃuəs/.
Sensuous: Appealing to the senses, or to sensual gratification.
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