How to Pronounce Suppliant

To pronounce "suppliant", say SUPPL-iant — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌpliənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈsʌpliənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “suppliant”

"suppliant" has 2 syllables: suppl-iant.

What does suppliant mean?

noun

  1. One who pleads or requests earnestly.

adjective

  1. Entreating with humility.
  2. Supplying; auxiliary.

Synonyms

beseecherpetitionersupplicant

Related words

supplicantbeseechingsupplicatorypetitionergenuflectiveobeisantappeasatorysolicitous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "suppliant"?▾

"Suppliant" has 2 syllables: suppl · iant.

What is the IPA transcription of "suppliant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "suppliant" is /ˈsʌpliənt/.

What does "suppliant" mean?▾

Suppliant: One who pleads or requests earnestly.

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