How to Pronounce Coquetry

To pronounce "coquetry", say COQ-uetry — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒkɪtɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkɒkɪtɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “coquetry”

"coquetry" has 2 syllables: coq-uetry.

What does coquetry mean?

noun

  1. Coquettish behaviour; actions designed to excite erotic attention, without intending to reciprocate such feelings (chiefly of women towards men); flirtatious teasing.
  2. An act constituting such behaviour; an affectation of amorous interest or enticement, especially of a woman directed towards a man.

Synonyms

flirtation

Related words

flirtationflirtingdalliancetoyingflirtminauderiecoquettingcoquette

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "coquetry"?▾

"Coquetry" has 2 syllables: coq · uetry.

What is the IPA transcription of "coquetry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "coquetry" is /ˈkɒkɪtɹi/.

What does "coquetry" mean?▾

Coquetry: Coquettish behaviour; actions designed to excite erotic attention, without intending to reciprocate such feelings (chiefly of women towards men); flirtatious teasing.

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