How to Pronounce Preceptress

To pronounce "preceptress", say PREC-eptr-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PREC-eptr-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “preceptress”

"preceptress" has 3 syllables: prec-eptr-ess.

What does preceptress mean?

noun

  1. A female preceptor, or provider of moral instruction

Related words

preceptoressprelatessprofessoressprotectresspredecessoressprofessorinetutoressmentoress

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How many syllables are in "preceptress"?▾

"Preceptress" has 3 syllables: prec · eptr · ess.

What does "preceptress" mean?▾

Preceptress: A female preceptor, or provider of moral instruction

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