How to Pronounce Vicissitude

To pronounce "vicissitude", say VIC-iss-it-ud-e — 5 syllables, IPA /[vaɪˈsɪs.ɨˌt(j)u(ː)d]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/[vaɪˈsɪs.ɨˌt(j)u(ː)d]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “vicissitude”

"vicissitude" has 5 syllables: vic-iss-it-ud-e.

What does vicissitude mean?

noun

  1. Regular change or succession from one thing to another, or one part of a cycle to the next; alternation; mutual succession; interchange.
  2. (often in the plural) A change, especially in one's life or fortunes.

Synonyms

ups and downs

Related words

adventureschangescontingenciesdifficultieseventsfluctuationshardshipshazards

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vicissitude"?▾

"Vicissitude" has 5 syllables: vic · iss · it · ud · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "vicissitude"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vicissitude" is /[vaɪˈsɪs.ɨˌt(j)u(ː)d]/.

What does "vicissitude" mean?▾

Vicissitude: Regular change or succession from one thing to another, or one part of a cycle to the next; alternation; mutual succession; interchange.

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