How to Pronounce Ragtime

To pronounce "ragtime", say RAGT-im-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

RAGT-im-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “ragtime”

"ragtime" has 3 syllables: ragt-im-e. It rhymes with paradigm and sublime, if that helps it stick.

What does ragtime mean?

noun

  1. A musical form having a rhythm characterized by strong syncopation in the melody with a regularly accented accompaniment.
  2. A piece of music in this style.

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Words that rhyme with ragtime

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradigmsublimeprimechimepantomimemaritimestimetimeslimeclimblimerhyme

Related words

ragsyncopationrideragtimerreggaerhythm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ragtime"?▾

"Ragtime" has 3 syllables: ragt · im · e.

What does "ragtime" mean?▾

Ragtime: A musical form having a rhythm characterized by strong syncopation in the melody with a regularly accented accompaniment.

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