How to Pronounce Tortuous

To pronounce "tortuous", say TORT-uous — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɔːt͡ʃuːəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɔːt͡ʃuːəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tortuous”

"tortuous" has 2 syllables: tort-uous.

What does tortuous mean?

adjective

  1. Twisted; having many turns; convoluted.
  2. Oblique; applied to the six signs of the zodiac (from Capricorn to Gemini) that ascend most rapidly and obliquely.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tortuous"?▾

"Tortuous" has 2 syllables: tort · uous.

What is the IPA transcription of "tortuous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tortuous" is /ˈtɔːt͡ʃuːəs/.

What does "tortuous" mean?▾

Tortuous: Twisted; having many turns; convoluted.

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