How to Pronounce Intercepts

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

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

INT-erc-epts

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💡 Tip for remembering “intercepts”

"intercepts" has 3 syllables: int-erc-epts. It rhymes with accepts and septs, if that helps it stick.

What does intercepts 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

Words that rhyme with intercepts

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

acceptsseptsprecepts

Related words

stopwiretaptapbugcallscombatsconfrontsinterception

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intercepts"?▾

"Intercepts" has 3 syllables: int · erc · epts.

What does "intercepts" mean?▾

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

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