How to Pronounce Panopticon

To pronounce "panopticon", say PAN-opt-ic-on — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PAN-opt-ic-on

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💡 Tip for remembering “panopticon”

"panopticon" has 4 syllables: pan-opt-ic-on.

What does panopticon mean?

noun

  1. A type of prison where all the cells are visible from the center, particularly if it is not possible for someone in a cell to know if they are being watched.
  2. A room for the exhibition of novelties.

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How many syllables are in "panopticon"?▾

"Panopticon" has 4 syllables: pan · opt · ic · on.

What does "panopticon" mean?▾

Panopticon: A type of prison where all the cells are visible from the center, particularly if it is not possible for someone in a cell to know if they are being watched.

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