How to Pronounce Epithets

To pronounce "epithets", say EP-ith-ets — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

EP-ith-ets

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💡 Tip for remembering “epithets”

"epithets" has 3 syllables: ep-ith-ets. It rhymes with assets and frets, if that helps it stick.

What does epithets mean?

noun

  1. A term used to characterize a person or thing.
  2. A term used as a descriptive substitute for the name or title of a person.

Synonyms

cognomen

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Words that rhyme with epithets

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assetsfretsbegetstzetzeupsetsrosettessweatssetsoffsetssilhouettesdiskettesbaronets

Related words

nameepithecaadjectivesepitomesepitomyepitasisepitomistepitome

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epithets"?▾

"Epithets" has 3 syllables: ep · ith · ets.

What does "epithets" mean?▾

Epithets: A term used to characterize a person or thing.

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