How to Pronounce Duumvir

To pronounce "duumvir", say DUUMV-ir — 2 syllables, IPA /dju.ˈʌm.və/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/dju.ˈʌm.və/

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💡 Tip for remembering “duumvir”

"duumvir" has 2 syllables: duumv-ir.

What does duumvir mean?

noun

  1. One of two persons jointly exercising the same office in Republican Rome.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duumvir"?▾

"Duumvir" has 2 syllables: duumv · ir.

What is the IPA transcription of "duumvir"?▾

The IPA transcription of "duumvir" is /dju.ˈʌm.və/.

What does "duumvir" mean?▾

Duumvir: One of two persons jointly exercising the same office in Republican Rome.

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