How to Pronounce Synonymous

To pronounce "synonymous", say SYNONYM-ous — 2 syllables, IPA /sɪˈnɒnɪməs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/sɪˈnɒnɪməs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “synonymous”

"synonymous" has 2 syllables: synonym-ous. It rhymes with autonomous and onymous, if that helps it stick.

What does synonymous mean?

adjective

(construed with with, narrower sense) having an identical meaning
(construed with with, broader sense) having a similar meaning

Antonyms

nonsynonymous antonymous

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Words that rhyme with synonymous

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autonomous onymous economists gonimous agronomists anonymous heironimus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "synonymous"?▾

"Synonymous" has 2 syllables: synonym · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "synonymous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "synonymous" is /sɪˈnɒnɪməs/.

What does "synonymous" mean?▾

Synonymous: (construed with with, narrower sense) having an identical meaning

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