How to Pronounce Spacious

To pronounce "spacious", say SPAC-ious — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈspeɪʃəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈspeɪʃəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spacious”

"spacious" has 2 syllables: spac-ious. It rhymes with salacious and audacious, if that helps it stick.

What does spacious mean?

adjective

  1. Having plenty of space; roomy.

    “The apartment has a spacious bedroom.”

  2. Large in expanse.

    “The cabin offers a lovely spacious view of the mountain meadows.”

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Words that rhyme with spacious

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

salaciousaudaciousvivaciousostentatioustenaciousgraciousvexatiousrapaciousmendaciousfallaciousvoraciousefficacious

Related words

roomywidebroadlargebigconvenientcommodiousextensive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spacious"?▾

"Spacious" has 2 syllables: spac · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "spacious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spacious" is /ˈspeɪʃəs/.

What does "spacious" mean?▾

Spacious: Having plenty of space; roomy.

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