How to Pronounce Sinuous

To pronounce "sinuous", say SIN-uous — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪn.ju.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɪn.ju.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sinuous”

"sinuous" has 2 syllables: sin-uous.

What does sinuous mean?

adjective

  1. Having curves in alternate directions; meandering.

    “We followed every bend of the sinuous river.”

  2. Moving gracefully and in a supple manner.

    “We were entranced by her sinuous dance.”

Synonyms

anfractuousflexuousserpentinewindingwindyfluid

Antonyms

linearstraightabruptbroken

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Related words

sinuatecurvedcurvingwigglycrookedtwistytortuouswavy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sinuous"?▾

"Sinuous" has 2 syllables: sin · uous.

What is the IPA transcription of "sinuous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sinuous" is /ˈsɪn.ju.əs/.

What does "sinuous" mean?▾

Sinuous: Having curves in alternate directions; meandering.

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