How to Pronounce Epic

To pronounce "epic", say EP-ic — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛp.ɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈɛp.ɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “epic”

"epic" has 2 syllables: ep-ic.

What does epic mean?

noun

  1. An extended narrative poem in elevated or dignified language, celebrating the feats of a deity, demigod (heroic epic), other legend or traditional hero.

    “The Icelandic epic took all night to recite.”

  2. A series of events considered appropriate to an epic.

    “The book was an epic in four volumes.”

adjective

  1. Of, or relating to, an epic.

    “Beowulf is an epic poem.”

  2. Momentously heroic; grand in scale or character

    “The epic defense was rewarded with the highest military decorations”

Synonyms

eposépopéeepicalextraordinarymomentousremarkable

Related words

eposheroiclargelarger-than-lifebigmoviestorynarrative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epic"?▾

"Epic" has 2 syllables: ep · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "epic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "epic" is /ˈɛp.ɪk/.

What does "epic" mean?▾

Epic: An extended narrative poem in elevated or dignified language, celebrating the feats of a deity, demigod (heroic epic), other legend or traditional hero.

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