How to Pronounce Colophon

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

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈkɒləfən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “colophon”

"colophon" has 3 syllables: col-oph-on.

What does colophon mean?

noun

  1. In manuscripts (typically before the invention of printing), the note, usually at the end, left by the scribe who copied it, giving information on his exemplar, where and when the copy was made, and sometimes, his own name.
  2. A printer's or publisher's identifying inscription or logo appearing at the front or end of a book, or the same appearing on the spine or dust-jacket. It generally contains factual information about the book, especially about its production, and includes details about typographic style, the fonts used, the paper used, and perhaps the binding method of the book. Also used in a similar fashion for newspapers, magazines, and academic journals.

Related words

collographyfactotumimprintheadlineprooferfoliotypographicacopyholder

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "colophon"?▾

"Colophon" has 3 syllables: col · oph · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "colophon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "colophon" is /ˈkɒləfən/.

What does "colophon" mean?▾

Colophon: In manuscripts (typically before the invention of printing), the note, usually at the end, left by the scribe who copied it, giving information on his exemplar, where and when the copy was made, and sometimes, his own name.

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