How to Pronounce Autocephalous

To pronounce "autocephalous", say AUT-oc-eph-al-ous — 5 syllables, IPA /ɔːtə(ʊ)ˈsɛfələs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

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Letters

/ɔːtə(ʊ)ˈsɛfələs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “autocephalous”

"autocephalous" has 5 syllables: aut-oc-eph-al-ous.

What does autocephalous mean?

adjective

  1. (of a church or bishop) Self-governing: independent of other episcopal jurisdiction (to a greater degree than an autonomous church).

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "autocephalous"?▾

"Autocephalous" has 5 syllables: aut · oc · eph · al · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "autocephalous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "autocephalous" is /ɔːtə(ʊ)ˈsɛfələs/.

What does "autocephalous" mean?▾

Autocephalous: (of a church or bishop) Self-governing: independent of other episcopal jurisdiction (to a greater degree than an autonomous church).

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