How to Pronounce Novitiate

To pronounce "novitiate", say NOV-it-iat-e — 4 syllables, IPA /nəˈvɪʃi.ət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/nəˈvɪʃi.ət/

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💡 Tip for remembering “novitiate”

"novitiate" has 4 syllables: nov-it-iat-e.

What does novitiate mean?

noun

  1. The period during which a novice of a religious order undergoes training
  2. The place where a novice lives and studies

Related words

noviciateredemptoristnovitiateshipfirstiemaidenjuniornewcomeyoungster

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "novitiate"?▾

"Novitiate" has 4 syllables: nov · it · iat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "novitiate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "novitiate" is /nəˈvɪʃi.ət/.

What does "novitiate" mean?▾

Novitiate: The period during which a novice of a religious order undergoes training

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