How to Pronounce Homophile

To pronounce "homophile", say HOM-oph-il-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

HOM-oph-il-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “homophile”

"homophile" has 4 syllables: hom-oph-il-e.

What does homophile mean?

noun

  1. A homosexual, a gay man or lesbian, one who has a sexual or romantic preference for persons of the same gender; used to emphasize love over sex.

adjective

  1. Homosexual, gay or lesbian, having a sexual or romantic preference for persons of one's own gender; used to emphasize love over sex.
  2. Of or pertaining to the “homophile movement”, a gay activist movement.

Related words

homosexualqueergayhomoamoroushomogayhomohysterichomoeroticheteroqueer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "homophile"?▾

"Homophile" has 4 syllables: hom · oph · il · e.

What does "homophile" mean?▾

Homophile: A homosexual, a gay man or lesbian, one who has a sexual or romantic preference for persons of the same gender; used to emphasize love over sex.

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