How to Pronounce Monosemy

To pronounce "monosemy", say MON-os-emy — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

MON-os-emy

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💡 Tip for remembering “monosemy”

"monosemy" has 3 syllables: mon-os-emy. It rhymes with monosomy, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: monosomy — easy to mix up when writing.

What does monosemy mean?

noun

  1. The property of terms of having a single meaning; absence of ambiguity.
  2. Singularity

Antonyms

polysemy

Words that rhyme with monosemy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

monosomy

Related words

oligosemymonoargumentalityunambiguousnessmonospecificitymonotoneitymonadicitysingle-mindednessmonosyllabicity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "monosemy"?▾

"Monosemy" has 3 syllables: mon · os · emy.

What does "monosemy" mean?▾

Monosemy: The property of terms of having a single meaning; absence of ambiguity.

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