How to Pronounce Precept

To pronounce "precept", say PREC-ept — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹiːsɛpt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɹiːsɛpt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “precept”

"precept" has 2 syllables: prec-ept. It rhymes with adept and inept, if that helps it stick.

What does precept mean?

noun

  1. A rule or principle, especially one governing personal conduct.
  2. A written command, especially a demand for payment.

verb

  1. To teach by precepts.

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Words that rhyme with precept

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adeptineptacceptinterceptpreppedleaptsweptycleptleapedweptcreptstepped

Related words

principleteachingrulelessonrequirementdictumimperativetenet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "precept"?▾

"Precept" has 2 syllables: prec · ept.

What is the IPA transcription of "precept"?▾

The IPA transcription of "precept" is /ˈpɹiːsɛpt/.

What does "precept" mean?▾

Precept: A rule or principle, especially one governing personal conduct.

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