How to Pronounce Byzantine

To pronounce "byzantine", say BYZANT-in-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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BYZANT-in-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “byzantine”

"byzantine" has 3 syllables: byzant-in-e. It rhymes with saccharine and keen, if that helps it stick.

What does byzantine mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to Byzantium.
  2. (history) Belonging to the civilization of the Eastern Roman empire between 331, when its capital was moved to Constantinople, and 1453, when that capital was conquered by the Turks and ultimately renamed Istanbul.

noun

  1. A byzant (coin).

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Words that rhyme with byzantine

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "byzantine"?▾

"Byzantine" has 3 syllables: byzant · in · e.

What does "byzantine" mean?▾

Byzantine: Of or pertaining to Byzantium.

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