How to Pronounce Orthodox

To pronounce "orthodox", say ORTH-od-ox — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɔːθədɒks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɔːθədɒks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “orthodox”

"orthodox" has 3 syllables: orth-od-ox. It rhymes with paradox and faux, if that helps it stick.

What does orthodox mean?

adjective

  1. Conforming to the accepted, established, or traditional doctrines of a given faith, religion, or ideology.
  2. Adhering to whatever is customary, traditional, or generally accepted.

Synonyms

conservativeconventional

Antonyms

hereticalheterodoxunorthodoxliberaloutlandish

Words that rhyme with orthodox

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradoxfauxunorthodoxequinoxflummoxfoxboxcoxlockspoxrocksbalks

Related words

canonicalcanonictraditionalconventionalconformistconformingestablishedjewish-orthodox

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "orthodox"?▾

"Orthodox" has 3 syllables: orth · od · ox.

What is the IPA transcription of "orthodox"?▾

The IPA transcription of "orthodox" is /ˈɔːθədɒks/.

What does "orthodox" mean?▾

Orthodox: Conforming to the accepted, established, or traditional doctrines of a given faith, religion, or ideology.

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