How to Pronounce Covert

To pronounce "covert", say COV-ert — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkəʊvəːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkəʊvəːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “covert”

"covert" has 2 syllables: cov-ert. It rhymes with overt, if that helps it stick.

What does covert mean?

noun

  1. A covering.
  2. A disguise.

adjective

  1. Hidden, covered over; overgrown, sheltered.
  2. Secret, surreptitious, concealed.

Synonyms

feme covert

Antonyms

overt

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Words that rhyme with covert

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overt

Related words

concealmenthole-and-cornerclandestinecloak-and-daggerundercoversurreptitiousfurtivehugger-mugger

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "covert"?▾

"Covert" has 2 syllables: cov · ert.

What is the IPA transcription of "covert"?▾

The IPA transcription of "covert" is /ˈkəʊvəːt/.

What does "covert" mean?▾

Covert: A covering.

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