How to Pronounce Antique

To pronounce "antique", say ANT-iq-ue — 3 syllables, IPA /ænˈtiːk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ænˈtiːk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “antique”

"antique" has 3 syllables: ant-iq-ue. It rhymes with bleak and shriek, if that helps it stick.

What does antique mean?

noun

  1. A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.
  2. A caricature.

adjective

  1. Playful, funny, absurd
  2. Grotesque, incongruous.

noun

  1. A pose, often exaggerated, in anticipation of an action; for example, a brief squat before jumping

Words that rhyme with antique

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bleakshriekobliquesleekuniquephysiqueweakbespeaksneakfreakcliquepeak

Related words

ancientage-oldantiquateold-fashionedoldoutmodedmossbackold-timer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "antique"?▾

"Antique" has 3 syllables: ant · iq · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "antique"?▾

The IPA transcription of "antique" is /ænˈtiːk/.

What does "antique" mean?▾

Antique: A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.

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