How to Pronounce Opponent

To pronounce "opponent", say OPP-on-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ɒpəʊnənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɒpəʊnənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “opponent”

"opponent" has 3 syllables: opp-on-ent. It rhymes with component and proponent, if that helps it stick.

What does opponent mean?

noun

  1. One who opposes another; one who works or takes a position against someone or something; one who attempts to stop the progress of someone or something.

    “During the crackdown, many opponents of the regime were arrested.”

adjective

  1. Opposing; adverse; antagonistic.
  2. Situated in front; opposite.

Synonyms

adversaryantagonist

Antonyms

advocateproponentsupporterrespondent

Words that rhyme with opponent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

componentproponentexponentponentconant

Related words

adversaryantagonistoppositionfoemanenemyopposinghostilefoe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "opponent"?▾

"Opponent" has 3 syllables: opp · on · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "opponent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "opponent" is /ɒpəʊnənt/.

What does "opponent" mean?▾

Opponent: One who opposes another; one who works or takes a position against someone or something; one who attempts to stop the progress of someone or something.

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