How to Pronounce Acatalectic

To pronounce "acatalectic", say AC-at-al-ect-ic — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌeɪ.ˌkæt.ə.ˈlɛk.tɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˌeɪ.ˌkæt.ə.ˈlɛk.tɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “acatalectic”

"acatalectic" has 5 syllables: ac-at-al-ect-ic.

What does acatalectic mean?

noun

  1. A verse which has the complete number of feet and syllables

adjective

  1. Designating a line of verse having the required number of syllables in the last foot.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acatalectic"?▾

"Acatalectic" has 5 syllables: ac · at · al · ect · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "acatalectic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acatalectic" is /ˌeɪ.ˌkæt.ə.ˈlɛk.tɪk/.

What does "acatalectic" mean?▾

Acatalectic: A verse which has the complete number of feet and syllables

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