How to Pronounce Postpose

To pronounce "postpose", say POSTP-os-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

POSTP-os-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “postpose”

"postpose" has 3 syllables: postp-os-e.

What does postpose mean?

verb

  1. (grammar) To place (a word or phrase) after another in a sentence, especially in order to modify it
  2. To postpone.

Related words

postpositionpostplacepostmodifypostfixpostcomposepostdatepostpositprepose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "postpose"?▾

"Postpose" has 3 syllables: postp · os · e.

What does "postpose" mean?▾

Postpose: (grammar) To place (a word or phrase) after another in a sentence, especially in order to modify it

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