How to Pronounce Connote

To pronounce "connote", say CONN-ot-e — 3 syllables, IPA /kɒˈnəʊt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Accent

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Syllables

Letters

/kɒˈnəʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “connote”

"connote" has 3 syllables: conn-ot-e. It rhymes with promote and float, if that helps it stick.

What does connote mean?

verb

To signify beyond its literal or principal meaning.
“Racism often connotes an underlying fear or ignorance.”
To possess an inseparable related condition; to imply as a logical consequence.
“Poverty connotes hunger.”

Synonyms

entail imply predicate

Words that rhyme with connote

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

promote float denote mote scapegoat note anecdote cutthroat gloat remote turncoat dote

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "connote"?▾

"Connote" has 3 syllables: conn · ot · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "connote"?▾

The IPA transcription of "connote" is /kɒˈnəʊt/.

What does "connote" mean?▾

Connote: To signify beyond its literal or principal meaning.

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