How to Pronounce Interregnum

To pronounce "interregnum", say INT-err-egn-um — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪntəɹˈɹɛɡnəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɪntəɹˈɹɛɡnəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “interregnum”

"interregnum" has 4 syllables: int-err-egn-um.

What does interregnum mean?

noun

  1. The period of time between the end of a sovereign's reign and the accession of another sovereign.

    “The Sasanian Interregnum of 628-632”

  2. A period of time during which normal executive leadership is suspended or interrupted.

Synonyms

hiatusmoratoriumrecess

Related words

breakgapinterimintervalinterlapsewhileinterbellummeantime

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "interregnum"?▾

"Interregnum" has 4 syllables: int · err · egn · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "interregnum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "interregnum" is /ˌɪntəɹˈɹɛɡnəm/.

What does "interregnum" mean?▾

Interregnum: The period of time between the end of a sovereign's reign and the accession of another sovereign.

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