How to Pronounce Diocesan

To pronounce "diocesan", say DIOC-es-an — 3 syllables, IPA /dʌɪˈɒsɪsən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/dʌɪˈɒsɪsən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “diocesan”

"diocesan" has 3 syllables: dioc-es-an.

What does diocesan mean?

noun

  1. The bishop of a diocese.
  2. An inhabitant of a diocese.

adjective

  1. Pertaining to a diocese.

Related words

consultorsdioceseandiocesalarchdiocesandenominationaldistrictualparochialdeaconal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "diocesan"?▾

"Diocesan" has 3 syllables: dioc · es · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "diocesan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "diocesan" is /dʌɪˈɒsɪsən/.

What does "diocesan" mean?▾

Diocesan: The bishop of a diocese.

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