How to Pronounce Colonist

To pronounce "colonist", say COL-on-ist — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒlənɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkɒlənɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “colonist”

"colonist" has 3 syllables: col-on-ist. It rhymes with molinist and stalinist, if that helps it stick.

What does colonist mean?

noun

  1. A founder of a colony.
  2. A member of a colony.

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Words that rhyme with colonist

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moliniststalinist

Related words

settlercolonizercolonerfoundercoloniarchfoundereroriginatorpeopler

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "colonist"?▾

"Colonist" has 3 syllables: col · on · ist.

What is the IPA transcription of "colonist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "colonist" is /ˈkɒlənɪst/.

What does "colonist" mean?▾

Colonist: A founder of a colony.

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