How to Pronounce Escapade

To pronounce "escapade", say ESC-ap-ad-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɛskəˌpeɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɛskəˌpeɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “escapade”

"escapade" has 4 syllables: esc-ap-ad-e. It rhymes with dismayed and accolade, if that helps it stick.

What does escapade mean?

noun

  1. A daring or adventurous act; an undertaking which goes against convention.

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Words that rhyme with escapade

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dismayedaccoladerenegadecascadestaidcharadejaderetrogradepalisadeevadepervadeaide

Related words

adventurelarkdidoanticcaperventureadventurismforay

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "escapade"?▾

"Escapade" has 4 syllables: esc · ap · ad · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "escapade"?▾

The IPA transcription of "escapade" is /ˈɛskəˌpeɪd/.

What does "escapade" mean?▾

Escapade: A daring or adventurous act; an undertaking which goes against convention.

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