How to Pronounce Allegory

To pronounce "allegory", say ALL-eg-ory — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæl.ɘˌɡoʊɹ.i/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæl.ɘˌɡoʊɹ.i/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “allegory”

"allegory" has 3 syllables: all-eg-ory. It rhymes with repository and hoary, if that helps it stick.

What does allegory mean?

noun

  1. The representation of abstract principles by characters or figures.
  2. A picture, book, or other form of communication using such representation.

Words that rhyme with allegory

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

repositoryhoaryquarrydesultorytransitoryambulatoryglorydilatoryaleatoryterritoryobligatoryinventory

Related words

parableapologuefablemetaphoranalogysymbolismrepresentationillustration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "allegory"?▾

"Allegory" has 3 syllables: all · eg · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "allegory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "allegory" is /ˈæl.ɘˌɡoʊɹ.i/.

What does "allegory" mean?▾

Allegory: The representation of abstract principles by characters or figures.

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