How to Pronounce Mistletoe

To pronounce "mistletoe", say MISTL-et-oe — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmɪs(ə)ltəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈmɪs(ə)ltəʊ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mistletoe”

"mistletoe" has 3 syllables: mistl-et-oe. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does mistletoe mean?

noun

Any of several hemiparasitic evergreen plants of the order Santalales with white berries that grow in the crowns of apple trees, oaks, and other trees, such as the European mistletoe (Viscum album) and American mistletoe or eastern mistletoe (Phoradendron leucarpum).
A sprig of one such plant used as a Christmas decoration, associated with the custom that a man may kiss any woman standing beneath it.

Synonyms

miseleden misselden misseldine

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Words that rhyme with mistletoe

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apropos show flow fallow although low bestow glow afterglow throw grotto beau

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mistletoe"?▾

"Mistletoe" has 3 syllables: mistl · et · oe.

What is the IPA transcription of "mistletoe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mistletoe" is /ˈmɪs(ə)ltəʊ/.

What does "mistletoe" mean?▾

Mistletoe: Any of several hemiparasitic evergreen plants of the order Santalales with white berries that grow in the crowns of apple trees, oaks, and other trees, such as the European mistletoe (Viscum album) and American mistletoe or eastern mistletoe (Phoradendron leucarpum).

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