How to Pronounce Prevalent

To pronounce "prevalent", say PREV-al-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹɛvələnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɹɛvələnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prevalent”

"prevalent" has 3 syllables: prev-al-ent. It rhymes with benevolent and malevolent, if that helps it stick.

What does prevalent mean?

adjective

  1. Widespread or preferred.
  2. Superior in frequency or dominant.

Synonyms

commonrife

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Words that rhyme with prevalent

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benevolentmalevolentrevellent

Related words

prevailingrifecurrentpredominantprevalencepredominantlyimportantgeneral

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prevalent"?▾

"Prevalent" has 3 syllables: prev · al · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "prevalent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prevalent" is /ˈpɹɛvələnt/.

What does "prevalent" mean?▾

Prevalent: Widespread or preferred.

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