How to Pronounce Armistice

To pronounce "armistice", say ARM-ist-ic-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɑːmɪstɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈɑːmɪstɪs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “armistice”

"armistice" has 4 syllables: arm-ist-ic-e.

What does armistice mean?

proper noun

  1. The armistice agreement signed between the Allies and Germany on 11 November 1918 to end World War I; (by extension) the end of World War I.

noun

  1. A (short) cessation of combat; a ceasefire, a truce.
  2. A formal agreement, especially between nations, to end combat.

Related words

cease-firetrucehudnaceasefiredemilitarizeddemarcationmackorea

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "armistice"?▾

"Armistice" has 4 syllables: arm · ist · ic · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "armistice"?▾

The IPA transcription of "armistice" is /ˈɑːmɪstɪs/.

What does "armistice" mean?▾

Armistice: The armistice agreement signed between the Allies and Germany on 11 November 1918 to end World War I; (by extension) the end of World War I.

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