How to Pronounce Praetor

To pronounce "praetor", say PRAET-or — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹiːtɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɹiːtɔː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “praetor”

"praetor" has 2 syllables: praet-or. It rhymes with meter and peter, if that helps it stick.

What does praetor mean?

noun

  1. (history) The title designating a Roman administrative official whose role changed over time:
  2. (by extension) A high civic or administrative official, especially a chief magistrate or mayor. Sometimes used as a title.

Synonyms

provost

Words that rhyme with praetor

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

meterpeterbeaterskeeterammetermetreheatercheatergreeterseedeatercentimeterrepeater

Related words

pretorperegrinepraetorianpropraetorshippropretorprovostpropraetorpraefect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "praetor"?▾

"Praetor" has 2 syllables: praet · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "praetor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "praetor" is /ˈpɹiːtɔː/.

What does "praetor" mean?▾

Praetor: (history) The title designating a Roman administrative official whose role changed over time:

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