How to Pronounce Predecessor

To pronounce "predecessor", say PRED-ec-ess-or — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹiːdɪsɛsɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈpɹiːdɪsɛsɚ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “predecessor”

"predecessor" has 4 syllables: pred-ec-ess-or. It rhymes with successor and dresser, if that helps it stick.

What does predecessor mean?

noun

One who precedes; one who has preceded another in any state, position, office, etc.; one whom another follows or comes after, in any office or position.
A model or type of machinery or device which precedes the current one. Usually used to describe an earlier, outdated model.

Synonyms

foreganger forerunner

Antonyms

successor

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Words that rhyme with predecessor

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successor dresser oppressor assessor professor transgressor blesser lessor possessor stressor cessor processor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "predecessor"?▾

"Predecessor" has 4 syllables: pred · ec · ess · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "predecessor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "predecessor" is /ˈpɹiːdɪsɛsɚ/.

What does "predecessor" mean?▾

Predecessor: One who precedes; one who has preceded another in any state, position, office, etc.; one whom another follows or comes after, in any office or position.

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