How to Pronounce Paraphrase

To pronounce "paraphrase", say PAR-aphr-as-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PAR-aphr-as-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “paraphrase”

"paraphrase" has 4 syllables: par-aphr-as-e. It rhymes with gaze and malaise, if that helps it stick.

What does paraphrase mean?

noun

  1. A restatement of a text in different words, often to clarify meaning.
  2. One of a certain number of Scripture passages turned into verse for use in the service of praise.

verb

  1. To restate something as, or to compose a paraphrase.

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Words that rhyme with paraphrase

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gazemalaisehazeblazedazeblaseappraiseablazeraisegrazepraisecraze

Related words

rephraserewordparaphrasiscitequoterestateadaptreformulate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paraphrase"?▾

"Paraphrase" has 4 syllables: par · aphr · as · e.

What does "paraphrase" mean?▾

Paraphrase: A restatement of a text in different words, often to clarify meaning.

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