How to Pronounce Caesura

To pronounce "caesura", say CAES-ur-a — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪˈzjʊəɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/sɪˈzjʊəɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caesura”

"caesura" has 3 syllables: caes-ur-a.

What does caesura mean?

noun

  1. A pause or interruption in a poem, music, building, or other work of art.
  2. (Classical prosody) Using two words to divide a metrical foot.

Synonyms

virgule

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caesura"?▾

"Caesura" has 3 syllables: caes · ur · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "caesura"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caesura" is /sɪˈzjʊəɹə/.

What does "caesura" mean?▾

Caesura: A pause or interruption in a poem, music, building, or other work of art.

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