How to Pronounce Statute

To pronounce "statute", say STAT-ut-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈstætʃuːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈstætʃuːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “statute”

"statute" has 3 syllables: stat-ut-e.

What does statute mean?

noun

  1. Written law, as laid down by the legislature.
  2. (common law) Legislated rule of society which has been given the force of law by those it governs.

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Related words

writtencodifiedstatutoryconstitutionlawordinancetreatylegislative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "statute"?▾

"Statute" has 3 syllables: stat · ut · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "statute"?▾

The IPA transcription of "statute" is /ˈstætʃuːt/.

What does "statute" mean?▾

Statute: Written law, as laid down by the legislature.

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