How to Pronounce Paternoster

To pronounce "paternoster", say PAT-ern-ost-er — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpɑːtəˌnɒstə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈpɑːtəˌnɒstə(ɹ)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “paternoster”

"paternoster" has 4 syllables: pat-ern-ost-er.

What does paternoster mean?

noun

  1. The Lord's prayer, especially in a Roman Catholic context.
  2. A slow, continuously moving lift or elevator consisting of a loop of open-fronted cabins running the height of a building.

verb

  1. To try to catch (fish, etc.) with a paternoster rig.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paternoster"?▾

"Paternoster" has 4 syllables: pat · ern · ost · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "paternoster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "paternoster" is /ˈpɑːtəˌnɒstə(ɹ)/.

What does "paternoster" mean?▾

Paternoster: The Lord's prayer, especially in a Roman Catholic context.

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