How to Pronounce Abbesses

To pronounce "abbesses", say ABB-ess-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

ABB-ess-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “abbesses”

"abbesses" has 3 syllables: abb-ess-es.

What does abbesses mean?

noun

  1. A female superior or governess of a nunnery, or convent of nuns, having the same authority over the nuns which the abbots have over the monks.

    “The abbess was always after the nuns to keep the convent immaculately clean.”

  2. (British slang) A woman who runs a brothel; a woman employed by a prostitute to find clients.

Synonyms

mother superiorCovent Garden abbessbawdlady abbessmadam

Related words

prioresspriestessesabbeyscanonessesanchoressabbaciesmatronsabbey

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abbesses"?▾

"Abbesses" has 3 syllables: abb · ess · es.

What does "abbesses" mean?▾

Abbesses: A female superior or governess of a nunnery, or convent of nuns, having the same authority over the nuns which the abbots have over the monks.

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