How to Pronounce Event

To pronounce "event", say EV-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈvɛnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/əˈvɛnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “event”

"event" has 2 syllables: ev-ent. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does event mean?

noun

  1. An occurrence; something that happens.
  2. A prearranged social activity (function, etc.)

    “I went to an event in San Francisco last week.”

verb

  1. To occur, take place.

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Words that rhyme with event

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lamentaugmentcontentpresentdiscontentdissenttormentassentrepentcircumventrepresentmalcontent

Related words

caseincidenceincidentoccurrencecircumstanceoccasionoutcomesituation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "event"?▾

"Event" has 2 syllables: ev · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "event"?▾

The IPA transcription of "event" is /əˈvɛnt/.

What does "event" mean?▾

Event: An occurrence; something that happens.

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