How to Pronounce Pentathlete

To pronounce "pentathlete", say PENT-athl-et-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛn.tæθ.lit/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈpɛn.tæθ.lit/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pentathlete”

"pentathlete" has 4 syllables: pent-athl-et-e.

What does pentathlete mean?

noun

  1. An athlete who competes in the pentathlon

Related words

pentathlospentametristpentarchparathleteparathleticspenthemimerispentakosiomedimnipenthemim

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pentathlete"?▾

"Pentathlete" has 4 syllables: pent · athl · et · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "pentathlete"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pentathlete" is /ˈpɛn.tæθ.lit/.

What does "pentathlete" mean?▾

Pentathlete: An athlete who competes in the pentathlon

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