How to Pronounce Preexistent

To pronounce "preexistent", say PREEX-ist-ent — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

PREEX-ist-ent

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💡 Tip for remembering “preexistent”

"preexistent" has 3 syllables: preex-ist-ent. It rhymes with pre-existent, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: pre-existent — easy to mix up when writing.

What does preexistent mean?

adjective

  1. Existing previously.
  2. Preceding existence.

    “a preexistent state”

Words that rhyme with preexistent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pre-existent

Related words

precedingantecedentprejacentpre-existentpreexistingpriorprecedentprevious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "preexistent"?▾

"Preexistent" has 3 syllables: preex · ist · ent.

What does "preexistent" mean?▾

Preexistent: Existing previously.

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