How to Pronounce Intercessor

To pronounce "intercessor", say INT-erc-ess-or — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɪntə(ɹ)ˌsɛsə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

intercessor

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈɪntə(ɹ)ˌsɛsə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “intercessor”

"intercessor" has 4 syllables: int-erc-ess-or.

What does intercessor mean?

noun

  1. A person who intercedes; a mediator; one who reconciles enemies, or pleads for another.
  2. A bishop who acts during a vacancy in a see.

Related words

mediatorintercederinterventorintermeddlerintermediatorinterposeradvocateinterponent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intercessor"?▾

"Intercessor" has 4 syllables: int · erc · ess · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "intercessor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intercessor" is /ˈɪntə(ɹ)ˌsɛsə(ɹ)/.

What does "intercessor" mean?▾

Intercessor: A person who intercedes; a mediator; one who reconciles enemies, or pleads for another.

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