How to Pronounce Placename

To pronounce "placename", say PLAC-en-am-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpleɪsːneɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpleɪsːneɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “placename”

"placename" has 4 syllables: plac-en-am-e.

What does placename mean?

noun

  1. The name of a place; a word or phrase which indicates a particular location or region.

Synonyms

nomen locitoponym

Related words

poseidoniatroponomynameplayneotoponymyplattplayneponymploce

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "placename"?▾

"Placename" has 4 syllables: plac · en · am · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "placename"?▾

The IPA transcription of "placename" is /ˈpleɪsːneɪm/.

What does "placename" mean?▾

Placename: The name of a place; a word or phrase which indicates a particular location or region.

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