How to Pronounce Epistle

To pronounce "epistle", say EP-istl-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈpɪs.l/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪˈpɪs.l/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “epistle”

"epistle" has 3 syllables: ep-istl-e. It rhymes with bristle and dismissal, if that helps it stick.

What does epistle mean?

noun

  1. A letter, or a literary composition in the form of a letter.
  2. One of the letters included as a book of the New Testament.

verb

  1. To write; to communicate in a letter or by writing.

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Words that rhyme with epistle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bristledismissalgristlewhistlefissilemissalmisselmissileistle

Related words

dedicatorymessagecommunicationcorrespondencedispatchlettermissivebulletin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epistle"?▾

"Epistle" has 3 syllables: ep · istl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "epistle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "epistle" is /ɪˈpɪs.l/.

What does "epistle" mean?▾

Epistle: A letter, or a literary composition in the form of a letter.

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