How to Pronounce Hypallage

To pronounce "hypallage", say HYPALL-ag-e — 3 syllables, IPA /hɪˈpælədʒi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/hɪˈpælədʒi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hypallage”

"hypallage" has 3 syllables: hypall-ag-e.

What does hypallage mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) A construction in which a modifier with meaning associated with one word appears grammatically applied to another, often used as a literary device.

Synonyms

transferred epithet

Related words

hypostropheperiphrasisampliatiopalilogyhypophoraanthimeriapalillogyapposition

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hypallage"?▾

"Hypallage" has 3 syllables: hypall · ag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "hypallage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hypallage" is /hɪˈpælədʒi/.

What does "hypallage" mean?▾

Hypallage: (grammar) A construction in which a modifier with meaning associated with one word appears grammatically applied to another, often used as a literary device.

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