How to Pronounce Repartee

To pronounce "repartee", say REP-art-ee — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌɹɛpɑːˈtiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˌɹɛpɑːˈtiː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “repartee”

"repartee" has 3 syllables: rep-art-ee. It rhymes with free and devotee, if that helps it stick.

What does repartee mean?

noun

  1. A swift, witty reply, especially one that is amusing.
  2. A conversation marked by a series of witty retorts.

verb

  1. To reply with a repartee
  2. To have a repartee (conversation marked by repartees)

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Words that rhyme with repartee

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "repartee"?▾

"Repartee" has 3 syllables: rep · art · ee.

What is the IPA transcription of "repartee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "repartee" is /ˌɹɛpɑːˈtiː/.

What does "repartee" mean?▾

Repartee: A swift, witty reply, especially one that is amusing.

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