How to Pronounce Clerisy

To pronounce "clerisy", say CLER-isy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈklɛɹɪsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈklɛɹɪsi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “clerisy”

"clerisy" has 2 syllables: cler-isy.

What does clerisy mean?

noun

  1. An elite group of intellectuals; learned people, the literati.
  2. The clergy, or their opinions, as opposed to the laity.

Synonyms

intelligentsia

Related words

intelligentsiailliteraticlericatureclericocracysynclitelyceumclassiccleroterium

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clerisy"?▾

"Clerisy" has 2 syllables: cler · isy.

What is the IPA transcription of "clerisy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clerisy" is /ˈklɛɹɪsi/.

What does "clerisy" mean?▾

Clerisy: An elite group of intellectuals; learned people, the literati.

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