How to Pronounce Devout

To pronounce "devout", say DEV-out — 2 syllables, IPA /dəˈvʌʊt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/dəˈvʌʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “devout”

"devout" has 2 syllables: dev-out. It rhymes with stout and rout, if that helps it stick.

What does devout mean?

noun

  1. A devotee.
  2. A devotional composition, or part of a composition; devotion.

adjective

  1. Devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties; pious; extremely religious.
  2. Expressing devotion or piety.

    “devout sighs; devout eyes; a devout posture”

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Words that rhyme with devout

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stoutroutflouttoutdoubtspoutpoutgloutcloutscoutshoutabout

Related words

piousgod-fearingreligioussincereheartfeltearnestdearholy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "devout"?▾

"Devout" has 2 syllables: dev · out.

What is the IPA transcription of "devout"?▾

The IPA transcription of "devout" is /dəˈvʌʊt/.

What does "devout" mean?▾

Devout: A devotee.

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