How to Pronounce Tedious

To pronounce "tedious", say TED-ious — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtiː.dɪəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtiː.dɪəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tedious”

"tedious" has 2 syllables: ted-ious.

What does tedious mean?

adjective

  1. Boring, monotonous, time-consuming, wearisome.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tedious"?▾

"Tedious" has 2 syllables: ted · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "tedious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tedious" is /ˈtiː.dɪəs/.

What does "tedious" mean?▾

Tedious: Boring, monotonous, time-consuming, wearisome.

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