How to Pronounce Stepwise

To pronounce "stepwise", say STEPW-is-e — 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

STEPW-is-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “stepwise”

"stepwise" has 3 syllables: stepw-is-e.

What does stepwise mean?

adjective

  1. One (small) step or stage at a time; gradual; piecemeal

adverb

  1. One step or stage at a time; step by step

Synonyms

in orderstep by step

Related words

gradualpiecemealstep-by-stepbit-by-bitincrementalsuccessivesmoothsequential

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stepwise"?▾

"Stepwise" has 3 syllables: stepw · is · e.

What does "stepwise" mean?▾

Stepwise: One (small) step or stage at a time; gradual; piecemeal

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