How to Pronounce Obsequies

To pronounce "obsequies", say OBS-eq-uies — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɔbsɪ.kwiːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɔbsɪ.kwiːz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “obsequies”

"obsequies" has 3 syllables: obs-eq-uies.

What does obsequies mean?

noun

  1. Funeral rites.

noun

  1. The last office for the dead.
  2. (chiefly in the plural) A funeral rite or service.

Related words

funeralobsequieexequyexsequyparentationfunerationobsequencyfunerall

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obsequies"?▾

"Obsequies" has 3 syllables: obs · eq · uies.

What is the IPA transcription of "obsequies"?▾

The IPA transcription of "obsequies" is /ˈɔbsɪ.kwiːz/.

What does "obsequies" mean?▾

Obsequies: Funeral rites.

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