How to Pronounce Terrific

To pronounce "terrific", say TERR-if-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /təˈɹɪfɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/təˈɹɪfɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “terrific”

"terrific" has 3 syllables: terr-if-ic. It rhymes with specific and prolific, if that helps it stick.

What does terrific mean?

adjective

  1. Terrifying, causing terror; terrible; sublime, awe-inspiring.
  2. Very strong or intense; excessive, tremendous.

    “I've got a terrific hangover this morning.”

Synonyms

brillianthorrific

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Words that rhyme with terrific

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specificprolifichorrificscientifichonorifichieroglyphicintraspecificnonspecificunscientificpseudoscientifictranspacificautopacific

Related words

terrifyingalarmingintensehowlingrattlingwonderfulmarvelouswondrous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "terrific"?▾

"Terrific" has 3 syllables: terr · if · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "terrific"?▾

The IPA transcription of "terrific" is /təˈɹɪfɪk/.

What does "terrific" mean?▾

Terrific: Terrifying, causing terror; terrible; sublime, awe-inspiring.

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