How to Pronounce Masterpiece

To pronounce "masterpiece", say MAST-erp-iec-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈmɑːstəˌpiːs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈmɑːstəˌpiːs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “masterpiece”

"masterpiece" has 4 syllables: mast-erp-iec-e. It rhymes with nice and piece, if that helps it stick.

What does masterpiece mean?

noun

  1. A piece of work that has been given much critical praise, especially one that is considered the greatest work of a person's career.
  2. A work of outstanding creativity, skill or workmanship.

    “Masterpieces are not completed, they are abandoned.”

Synonyms

chef d'œuvremasterwork

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Words that rhyme with masterpiece

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nicepiecereleasefleececeasecreasepeacedecreaseshowpiecegreasemouthpiecedecease

Related words

artworkexhibitlessoncenterpiecerealizationachievementcornerstonecentrepiece

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "masterpiece"?▾

"Masterpiece" has 4 syllables: mast · erp · iec · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "masterpiece"?▾

The IPA transcription of "masterpiece" is /ˈmɑːstəˌpiːs/.

What does "masterpiece" mean?▾

Masterpiece: A piece of work that has been given much critical praise, especially one that is considered the greatest work of a person's career.

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