How to Pronounce Abbe

To pronounce "abbe", say ABB-e — 2 syllables, IPA /æ.ˈbeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/æ.ˈbeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abbe”

"abbe" has 2 syllables: abb-e. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: abby, abbey — easy to mix up when writing.

What does abbe mean?

noun

  1. A French abbot, the (male) head of an abbey.
  2. An honorific title for a member of the French clergy.

Words that rhyme with abbe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abbe"?▾

"Abbe" has 2 syllables: abb · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "abbe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abbe" is /æ.ˈbeɪ/.

What does "abbe" mean?▾

Abbe: A French abbot, the (male) head of an abbey.

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