How to Pronounce Epilepsy

To pronounce "epilepsy", say EP-il-epsy — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛpɪlɛpsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɛpɪlɛpsi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “epilepsy”

"epilepsy" has 3 syllables: ep-il-epsy. It rhymes with narcolepsy and pepsy, if that helps it stick.

What does epilepsy mean?

noun

  1. A medical condition in which the sufferer experiences seizures (or convulsions) and blackouts.

Words that rhyme with epilepsy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

narcolepsypepsylepsypepsi

Related words

epilepticseizurefitfitsconvulsionsseizuresfalling-sicknessepilepsia

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epilepsy"?▾

"Epilepsy" has 3 syllables: ep · il · epsy.

What is the IPA transcription of "epilepsy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "epilepsy" is /ˈɛpɪlɛpsi/.

What does "epilepsy" mean?▾

Epilepsy: A medical condition in which the sufferer experiences seizures (or convulsions) and blackouts.

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