How to Pronounce Suspect

To pronounce "suspect", say SUSP-ect — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌs.pɛkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈsʌs.pɛkt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “suspect”

"suspect" has 2 syllables: susp-ect. It rhymes with aspect and subject, if that helps it stick.

What does suspect mean?

noun

A person who is suspected of something, in particular of committing a crime.

verb

To imagine or suppose (something) to be true, or to exist, without proof.
“to suspect the presence of disease”
To distrust or have doubts about (something or someone).
“to suspect the truth of a story”

adjective

Viewed with suspicion; suspected.
Viewing with suspicion; suspecting.

Synonyms

accuse point the finger at distrust doubt imagine suppose think dodgy doubtful dubious

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Words that rhyme with suspect

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aspect subject project direct effect neglect affect reject defect respect deflect reflect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "suspect"?▾

"Suspect" has 2 syllables: susp · ect.

What is the IPA transcription of "suspect"?▾

The IPA transcription of "suspect" is /ˈsʌs.pɛkt/.

What does "suspect" mean?▾

Suspect: A person who is suspected of something, in particular of committing a crime.

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