How to Pronounce Copyright

To pronounce "copyright", say COPYR-ight — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒpiˌɹaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkɒpiˌɹaɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “copyright”

"copyright" has 2 syllables: copyr-ight. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: copywrite — easy to mix up when writing.

What does copyright mean?

noun

The right by law to be the entity which determines who may publish, copy and distribute a piece of writing, music, picture or other work of authorship.
“Copyright is a separate legal area from trademarks.”
Such an exclusive right as it pertains to one or more specific works.
“The artist lost the copyrights to her songs when she signed the contract.”

verb

To obtain or secure a copyright for some literary or other artistic work.

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Words that rhyme with copyright

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insight light contrite incite delight erudite bright twilight recondite forthright plight acolyte

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "copyright"?▾

"Copyright" has 2 syllables: copyr · ight.

What is the IPA transcription of "copyright"?▾

The IPA transcription of "copyright" is /ˈkɒpiˌɹaɪt/.

What does "copyright" mean?▾

Copyright: The right by law to be the entity which determines who may publish, copy and distribute a piece of writing, music, picture or other work of authorship.

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