How to Pronounce Stepparent

To pronounce "stepparent", say STEPP-ar-ent — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

STEPP-ar-ent

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💡 Tip for remembering “stepparent”

"stepparent" has 3 syllables: stepp-ar-ent.

What does stepparent mean?

noun

  1. One's parent's spouse who is not one's biological parent

Antonyms

stepchild

Related words

stepchildadoptionsstep-parentstepfather-in-lawstepsiblingstepbrotherparent-in-lawstep-sibling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stepparent"?▾

"Stepparent" has 3 syllables: stepp · ar · ent.

What does "stepparent" mean?▾

Stepparent: One's parent's spouse who is not one's biological parent

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