How to Pronounce Calligraphy

To pronounce "calligraphy", say CALL-igr-aphy — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈlɪɡɹəfi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/kəˈlɪɡɹəfi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “calligraphy”

"calligraphy" has 3 syllables: call-igr-aphy.

What does calligraphy mean?

noun

  1. The art or practice of writing letters and words in a decorative style; the letters and words so written.
  2. Any such style of decorative writing.

Synonyms

chirographypenmanship

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Related words

penmanshiphandwritingcalligrapherwritingbookartinkbooks

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "calligraphy"?▾

"Calligraphy" has 3 syllables: call · igr · aphy.

What is the IPA transcription of "calligraphy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "calligraphy" is /kəˈlɪɡɹəfi/.

What does "calligraphy" mean?▾

Calligraphy: The art or practice of writing letters and words in a decorative style; the letters and words so written.

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