How to Pronounce Set

To pronounce "set", say SET — one syllable, IPA /sɛt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/sɛt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “set”

"set" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with epithet and sobriquet, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: sette — easy to mix up when writing.

What does set mean?

verb

  1. To put (something) down, to rest.

    “Set the tray there.”

  2. To attach or affix (something) to something else, or in or upon a certain place.

    “I have set my heart on running the marathon.”

Synonyms

layputset downlight

Antonyms

extinguishput outquenchpick up

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Words that rhyme with set

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

epithetsobriquetoffsetfretwetyetabetparapetvignetteonsetbesetregret

Related words

laydownmarkbentputsituatedlocalizeadjust

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "set"?▾

"Set" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "set"?▾

The IPA transcription of "set" is /sɛt/.

What does "set" mean?▾

Set: To put (something) down, to rest.

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