How to Pronounce Intercept

To pronounce "intercept", say INT-erc-ept — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

INT-erc-ept

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💡 Tip for remembering “intercept”

"intercept" has 3 syllables: int-erc-ept. It rhymes with adept and inept, if that helps it stick.

What does intercept mean?

noun

  1. An interception of a radio broadcast or a telephone call.
  2. An interception of a missile.

verb

  1. To stop, deflect or divert (something in progress or motion).

    “The police intercepted the package of stolen goods while it was in transit.”

  2. To gain possession of (the ball) in a ball game

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Words that rhyme with intercept

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

adeptineptpreceptacceptpreppedleaptsweptycleptleapedweptcreptstepped

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intercept"?▾

"Intercept" has 3 syllables: int · erc · ept.

What does "intercept" mean?▾

Intercept: An interception of a radio broadcast or a telephone call.

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