How to Pronounce Etymologies

To pronounce "etymologies", say ETYM-ol-og-ies — 4 syllables, IPA /ɛtɪˈmɒlədʒiːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɛtɪˈmɒlədʒiːz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “etymologies”

"etymologies" has 4 syllables: etym-ol-og-ies. It rhymes with etymologize, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: etymologize — easy to mix up when writing.

What does etymologies mean?

noun

  1. The study of the historical development of languages, particularly as manifested in individual words.
  2. The origin and historical development of a word; the derivation.

Words that rhyme with etymologies

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etymologize

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "etymologies"?▾

"Etymologies" has 4 syllables: etym · ol · og · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "etymologies"?▾

The IPA transcription of "etymologies" is /ɛtɪˈmɒlədʒiːz/.

What does "etymologies" mean?▾

Etymologies: The study of the historical development of languages, particularly as manifested in individual words.

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