How to Pronounce Apocrypha

To pronounce "apocrypha", say AP-ocryph-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌˈpɑk.ɹə.fə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ʌˈpɑk.ɹə.fə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “apocrypha”

"apocrypha" has 3 syllables: ap-ocryph-a.

What does apocrypha mean?

noun

  1. Something, as a writing, that is of doubtful authorship or authority (formerly also used attributively).

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "apocrypha"?▾

"Apocrypha" has 3 syllables: ap · ocryph · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "apocrypha"?▾

The IPA transcription of "apocrypha" is /ʌˈpɑk.ɹə.fə/.

What does "apocrypha" mean?▾

Apocrypha: Something, as a writing, that is of doubtful authorship or authority (formerly also used attributively).

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