How to Pronounce Superintendents

To pronounce "superintendents", say SUP-er-int-end-ents — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

SUP-er-int-end-ents

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💡 Tip for remembering “superintendents”

"superintendents" has 5 syllables: sup-er-int-end-ents. It rhymes with attendants and dependents, if that helps it stick.

What does superintendents mean?

noun

A person who is authorized to supervise, direct or administer something.
A police rank used in Commonwealth countries, ranking above chief inspector, and below chief superintendent.

Synonyms

chief head head man comptroller controller foreman manager overseer

Words that rhyme with superintendents

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

attendants dependents pendants defendants descendents descendants independents

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "superintendents"?▾

"Superintendents" has 5 syllables: sup · er · int · end · ents.

What does "superintendents" mean?▾

Superintendents: A person who is authorized to supervise, direct or administer something.

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