How to Pronounce Peasantry

To pronounce "peasantry", say PEAS-antry — 2 syllables. 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

PEAS-antry

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💡 Tip for remembering “peasantry”

"peasantry" has 2 syllables: peas-antry. It rhymes with pleasantry and pheasantry, if that helps it stick.

What does peasantry mean?

noun

  1. Impoverished rural farm workers, either as serfs, small freeholders or hired hands.
  2. Ignorant people of the lowest social status; bumpkins, rustics.

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Words that rhyme with peasantry

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pleasantrypheasantry

Related words

peasantcampesinofarmingfarmersserfshusbandmentillerscultivators

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peasantry"?▾

"Peasantry" has 2 syllables: peas · antry.

What does "peasantry" mean?▾

Peasantry: Impoverished rural farm workers, either as serfs, small freeholders or hired hands.

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