How to Pronounce Obey

To pronounce "obey", say OB-ey — 2 syllables, IPA /əʊˈbeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/əʊˈbeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “obey”

"obey" has 2 syllables: ob-ey. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does obey mean?

verb

  1. To do as ordered by (a person, institution etc), to act according to the bidding of.
  2. To do as one is told.

Synonyms

hearken

Antonyms

defydisobeyrebelresistviolate

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Words that rhyme with obey

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conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

obediencecomplybehavefulfillconformrespectmeetrespond

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obey"?▾

"Obey" has 2 syllables: ob · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "obey"?▾

The IPA transcription of "obey" is /əʊˈbeɪ/.

What does "obey" mean?▾

Obey: To do as ordered by (a person, institution etc), to act according to the bidding of.

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