How to Pronounce Denouement

To pronounce "denouement", say DEN-ouem-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌdeɪnuˈmɑ̃/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌdeɪnuˈmɑ̃/

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💡 Tip for remembering “denouement”

"denouement" has 3 syllables: den-ouem-ent. It rhymes with paragon and liaison, if that helps it stick.

What does denouement mean?

noun

  1. (authorship, often used metaphorically) The conclusion or resolution of a plot.

Words that rhyme with denouement

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paragonliaisonautomatonfawnlexiconphenomenondrawndonbygonepylonwithdrawnpawn

Related words

climaxanticlimaxclimacticcodafinaleepilogueclimaxescliffhanger

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "denouement"?▾

"Denouement" has 3 syllables: den · ouem · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "denouement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "denouement" is /ˌdeɪnuˈmɑ̃/.

What does "denouement" mean?▾

Denouement: (authorship, often used metaphorically) The conclusion or resolution of a plot.

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