How to Pronounce Spondee

To pronounce "spondee", say SPOND-ee — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈspɒndi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈspɒndi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spondee”

"spondee" has 2 syllables: spond-ee.

What does spondee mean?

noun

  1. A word or metrical foot of two syllables, either both long or both stressed.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spondee"?▾

"Spondee" has 2 syllables: spond · ee.

What is the IPA transcription of "spondee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spondee" is /ˈspɒndi/.

What does "spondee" mean?▾

Spondee: A word or metrical foot of two syllables, either both long or both stressed.

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