How to Pronounce Abbots

To pronounce "abbots", say ABB-ots — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæb.əts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈæb.əts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “abbots”

"abbots" has 2 syllables: abb-ots. It rhymes with habits and babbitts, if that helps it stick.

What does abbots mean?

noun

  1. The superior or head of an abbey or monastery.

    “The newly appointed abbot decided to take a tour of the abbey with the cardinal's emissary.”

  2. The pastor and/or administrator of an order, including minor and major orders starting with the minor order of porter.

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Words that rhyme with abbots

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habitsbabbittsrabbitsinhabitsabitz

Related words

archimandritemitredmonksmonasteriesabbesslamasecclesiasticshierarchs

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abbots"?▾

"Abbots" has 2 syllables: abb · ots.

What is the IPA transcription of "abbots"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abbots" is /ˈæb.əts/.

What does "abbots" mean?▾

Abbots: The superior or head of an abbey or monastery.

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