How to Pronounce Aposiopesis

To pronounce "aposiopesis", say AP-os-iop-es-is — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌæpəsaɪəˈpiːsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

aposiopesis

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌæpəsaɪəˈpiːsɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aposiopesis”

"aposiopesis" has 5 syllables: ap-os-iop-es-is.

What does aposiopesis mean?

noun

  1. An abrupt breaking-off in speech, often indicated in print using an ellipsis (…) or an em dash (—).

Synonyms

reticence

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aposiopesis"?▾

"Aposiopesis" has 5 syllables: ap · os · iop · es · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "aposiopesis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aposiopesis" is /ˌæpəsaɪəˈpiːsɪs/.

What does "aposiopesis" mean?▾

Aposiopesis: An abrupt breaking-off in speech, often indicated in print using an ellipsis (…) or an em dash (—).

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