How to Pronounce Cognomen

To pronounce "cognomen", say COGN-om-en — 3 syllables, IPA /kɒɡˈnoʊ.mən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kɒɡˈnoʊ.mən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cognomen”

"cognomen" has 3 syllables: cogn-om-en.

What does cognomen mean?

noun

  1. Surname.
  2. The third part of the name of a citizen of Ancient Rome.

Synonyms

bynamemonikersobriquet

Related words

soubriquetsurnamemonikersobriquetnicknamecongomennomenagnomen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cognomen"?▾

"Cognomen" has 3 syllables: cogn · om · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "cognomen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cognomen" is /kɒɡˈnoʊ.mən/.

What does "cognomen" mean?▾

Cognomen: Surname.

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