How to Pronounce Acolyte

To pronounce "acolyte", say AC-olyt-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.kə.laɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈæ.kə.laɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “acolyte”

"acolyte" has 3 syllables: ac-olyt-e. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does acolyte mean?

noun

  1. One who has received the highest of the four minor orders in the Catholic Church, being ordained to carry the wine, water and lights at Mass.
  2. An altar server.

Synonyms

sidekick

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Words that rhyme with acolyte

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightspite

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acolyte"?▾

"Acolyte" has 3 syllables: ac · olyt · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "acolyte"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acolyte" is /ˈæ.kə.laɪt/.

What does "acolyte" mean?▾

Acolyte: One who has received the highest of the four minor orders in the Catholic Church, being ordained to carry the wine, water and lights at Mass.

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