How to Pronounce Referent

To pronounce "referent", say REF-er-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɛf(ə)ɹənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɹɛf(ə)ɹənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “referent”

"referent" has 3 syllables: ref-er-ent.

What does referent mean?

noun

  1. The specific entity in the world that a word or phrase identifies or denotes.
  2. That which is referenced.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "referent"?▾

"Referent" has 3 syllables: ref · er · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "referent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "referent" is /ˈɹɛf(ə)ɹənt/.

What does "referent" mean?▾

Referent: The specific entity in the world that a word or phrase identifies or denotes.

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