How to Pronounce Vigilant

To pronounce "vigilant", say VIG-il-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈvɪdʒɪlənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈvɪdʒɪlənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vigilant”

"vigilant" has 3 syllables: vig-il-ant.

What does vigilant mean?

adjective

  1. Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary

    “Be vigilant for signs of disease in your garden.”

Synonyms

alertawarecircumspectobservanton the qui vivewakesomewarywatchful

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Related words

open-eyedwatchfulalertargus-eyedwakefulawarevigilanceobservant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vigilant"?▾

"Vigilant" has 3 syllables: vig · il · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "vigilant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vigilant" is /ˈvɪdʒɪlənt/.

What does "vigilant" mean?▾

Vigilant: Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary

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