How to Pronounce Peacetime

To pronounce "peacetime", say PEAC-et-im-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpiːstaɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈpiːstaɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “peacetime”

"peacetime" has 4 syllables: peac-et-im-e. It rhymes with paradigm and sublime, if that helps it stick.

What does peacetime mean?

noun

  1. The period of time when a nation or people is at peace, not fighting a war.

Antonyms

wartime

Words that rhyme with peacetime

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradigmsublimeprimechimepantomimemaritimestimetimeslimeclimblimerhyme

Related words

peacepeacefulpaixserenitycalmharmonytranquilityquiet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peacetime"?▾

"Peacetime" has 4 syllables: peac · et · im · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "peacetime"?▾

The IPA transcription of "peacetime" is /ˈpiːstaɪm/.

What does "peacetime" mean?▾

Peacetime: The period of time when a nation or people is at peace, not fighting a war.

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