How to Pronounce Chrestomathy

To pronounce "chrestomathy", say CHREST-om-athy — 3 syllables, IPA /kɹɛˈstɒməθi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

/kɹɛˈstɒməθi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chrestomathy”

"chrestomathy" has 3 syllables: chrest-om-athy.

What does chrestomathy mean?

noun

  1. A collection of written passages, used to learn an unfamiliar language.
  2. A collection of choice passages from an author or authors.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chrestomathy"?▾

"Chrestomathy" has 3 syllables: chrest · om · athy.

What is the IPA transcription of "chrestomathy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chrestomathy" is /kɹɛˈstɒməθi/.

What does "chrestomathy" mean?▾

Chrestomathy: A collection of written passages, used to learn an unfamiliar language.

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