How to Pronounce Sonorous

To pronounce "sonorous", say SON-or-ous — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɒn.əɹ.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsɒn.əɹ.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sonorous”

"sonorous" has 3 syllables: son-or-ous.

What does sonorous mean?

adjective

  1. Capable of giving out a deep, resonant sound.

    “The highlight of the hike was the sonorous cave, which produced a ringing echo from the hiker’s shouts.”

  2. Full of sound and rich, as in language or verse.

    “He was selected to give the opening speech thanks to his imposing, sonorous voice.”

Synonyms

boomingcanorousprolixsesquipedaliansonoral

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sonorous"?▾

"Sonorous" has 3 syllables: son · or · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "sonorous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sonorous" is /ˈsɒn.əɹ.əs/.

What does "sonorous" mean?▾

Sonorous: Capable of giving out a deep, resonant sound.

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