How to Pronounce Vermillion

To pronounce "vermillion", say VERM-ill-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

VERM-ill-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “vermillion”

"vermillion" has 3 syllables: verm-ill-ion. It rhymes with pavilion and vermilion, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: vermilion — easy to mix up when writing.

What does vermillion mean?

noun

  1. A vivid red synthetic pigment made of mercury sulfide.
  2. A bright orange-red colour.

verb

  1. To color or paint vermilion.

adjective

  1. Having a brilliant red colour.
  2. Having the color of the vermilion dye.

Words that rhyme with vermillion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pavilionvermilionpavillioncivilianreptilianvaudevillianpillioncrocodiliantrillionzillionoctillionbillion

Related words

vermilioncoloredchromaticchinese-redvermilyeaveronvergeviolet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vermillion"?▾

"Vermillion" has 3 syllables: verm · ill · ion.

What does "vermillion" mean?▾

Vermillion: A vivid red synthetic pigment made of mercury sulfide.

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