How to Pronounce Equivocal

To pronounce "equivocal", say EQ-uiv-oc-al — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈkwɪvəkəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈkwɪvəkəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “equivocal”

"equivocal" has 4 syllables: eq-uiv-oc-al. It rhymes with unequivocal, if that helps it stick.

What does equivocal mean?

noun

  1. A word or expression capable of different meanings; an ambiguous term.

adjective

  1. Having two or more equally applicable meanings; capable of double or multiple interpretation.

    “an equivocal sentence”

  2. Capable of being ascribed to different motives, or of signifying opposite feelings, purposes, or characters; deserving to be suspected.

    “His actions are equivocal.”

Synonyms

double entendreequivoqueambiguousindeterminatedoubtfulincongruousuncertain

Antonyms

certainunequivocalunivocal

Words that rhyme with equivocal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unequivocal

Related words

ambiguousambivalentquestionableindeterminateinconclusiveevasivedoubleforked

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "equivocal"?▾

"Equivocal" has 4 syllables: eq · uiv · oc · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "equivocal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "equivocal" is /əˈkwɪvəkəl/.

What does "equivocal" mean?▾

Equivocal: A word or expression capable of different meanings; an ambiguous term.

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