How to Pronounce Acolytes

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

AC-olyt-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “acolytes”

"acolytes" has 3 syllables: ac-olyt-es. It rhymes with plights and insights, if that helps it stick.

What does acolytes 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

Words that rhyme with acolytes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plightsinsightsrightsignitessightssiteshighlightsmitesinciteswritesblightsdelights

Related words

associatesattendantscohortscroniesminionssidekicksdisciplesworshipers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acolytes"?▾

"Acolytes" has 3 syllables: ac · olyt · es.

What does "acolytes" mean?▾

Acolytes: 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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