How to Pronounce Spectacle

To pronounce "spectacle", say SPECT-acl-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈspɛktəkl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈspɛktəkl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spectacle”

"spectacle" has 3 syllables: spect-acl-e. It rhymes with dialectical and bespectacle, if that helps it stick.

What does spectacle mean?

noun

  1. An exciting or extraordinary scene, exhibition, performance etc.

    “The horse race was a thrilling spectacle.”

  2. An embarrassing or unedifying scene or situation.

    “He made a spectacle out of himself.”

Synonyms

pageantshoweyeglassesglassesspecs

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Words that rhyme with spectacle

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dialecticalbespectacle

Related words

eyeglassesspecsglassesdisplayshowmanshipshowcaseperformingshow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spectacle"?▾

"Spectacle" has 3 syllables: spect · acl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "spectacle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spectacle" is /ˈspɛktəkl̩/.

What does "spectacle" mean?▾

Spectacle: An exciting or extraordinary scene, exhibition, performance etc.

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