How to Pronounce Epicenter

To pronounce "epicenter", say EP-ic-ent-er — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

EP-ic-ent-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “epicenter”

"epicenter" has 4 syllables: ep-ic-ent-er. It rhymes with centre and tormentor, if that helps it stick.

What does epicenter mean?

noun

  1. The point on the land or water surface directly above the focus, or hypocentre, of an earthquake.
  2. The point on the surface of the earth directly above an underground explosion.

verb

  1. Of an earthquake: to have its epicentre (at a specified location).

Synonyms

ground zero

Antonyms

hypocentre

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Words that rhyme with epicenter

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centretormentorstentorlentorexperimentertenterpresenterinventor

Related words

epicentrecentercentretemblorearthquakestatussourcestation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epicenter"?▾

"Epicenter" has 4 syllables: ep · ic · ent · er.

What does "epicenter" mean?▾

Epicenter: The point on the land or water surface directly above the focus, or hypocentre, of an earthquake.

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