How to Pronounce Onsets

To pronounce "onsets", say ONS-ets — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

ONS-ets

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💡 Tip for remembering “onsets”

"onsets" has 2 syllables: ons-ets.

What does onsets mean?

noun

  1. An attack; an assault especially of an army.
  2. The initial phase of a disease or condition, in which symptoms first become apparent.

    “the onset of schizophrenia”

verb

  1. To assault; to set upon.
  2. To set about; to begin.

Synonyms

beginningstartstorming

Antonyms

coda

Related words

attackonslaughtonrushoncomingrashoutbreakflare-upoutburst

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "onsets"?▾

"Onsets" has 2 syllables: ons · ets.

What does "onsets" mean?▾

Onsets: An attack; an assault especially of an army.

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