How to Pronounce Roleplay

To pronounce "roleplay", say ROL-epl-ay — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

ROL-epl-ay

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💡 Tip for remembering “roleplay”

"roleplay" has 3 syllables: rol-epl-ay. It rhymes with role-play, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: role-play — easy to mix up when writing.

What does roleplay mean?

noun

  1. The practice of roleplaying.

verb

  1. To act out a fantasy, especially with a group.
  2. To act as a character as part of a fantasy, especially with a group.

    “He likes to roleplay a vampire.”

Synonyms

RP

Words that rhyme with roleplay

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

role-play

Related words

playactplayactsceneplaye

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "roleplay"?▾

"Roleplay" has 3 syllables: rol · epl · ay.

What does "roleplay" mean?▾

Roleplay: The practice of roleplaying.

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