How to Pronounce Strychnine

To pronounce "strychnine", say STRYCHNIN-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈstɹɪk.niːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

strychnine

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈstɹɪk.niːn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “strychnine”

"strychnine" has 2 syllables: strychnin-e. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

What does strychnine mean?

noun

  1. A very toxic, colourless crystalline alkaloid, derived from nux vomica, used as a pesticide

Words that rhyme with strychnine

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

saccharinemalignasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinelinefineoutlineundermine

Related words

alkaloidmrssulphstrychninstrychniastrychnatestrychnosperminevauqueline

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strychnine"?▾

"Strychnine" has 2 syllables: strychnin · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "strychnine"?▾

The IPA transcription of "strychnine" is /ˈstɹɪk.niːn/.

What does "strychnine" mean?▾

Strychnine: A very toxic, colourless crystalline alkaloid, derived from nux vomica, used as a pesticide

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