How to Pronounce Sidestep

To pronounce "sidestep", say SID-est-ep — 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

SID-est-ep

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💡 Tip for remembering “sidestep”

"sidestep" has 3 syllables: sid-est-ep. It rhymes with schlep and step, if that helps it stick.

What does sidestep mean?

noun

  1. A step to the side.
  2. A motion, physical or metaphorical, to avoid or dodge something.

verb

  1. To step to the side.
  2. To avoid or dodge.

    “They sidestepped the issue.”

Words that rhyme with sidestep

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

schlepstepoverstepsteppemissteplockstepschlepprepshlephepfootstepdep

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sidestep"?▾

"Sidestep" has 3 syllables: sid · est · ep.

What does "sidestep" mean?▾

Sidestep: A step to the side.

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