How to Pronounce Teletype

To pronounce "teletype", say TEL-etyp-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

TEL-etyp-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “teletype”

"teletype" has 3 syllables: tel-etyp-e. It rhymes with archetype and gripe, if that helps it stick.

What does teletype mean?

noun

  1. A teleprinter
  2. A message printed by a teleprinter

verb

  1. To operate a teleprinter
  2. To send a message via teleprinter

Synonyms

TTYteleprinter

Words that rhyme with teletype

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

archetypegripesnipeprototypetyperipewipepipestereotypehypestripeswipe

Related words

teletypewritertelexttytelecommunicationtelecommunicationstelecomtelotypeteletypesetter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "teletype"?▾

"Teletype" has 3 syllables: tel · etyp · e.

What does "teletype" mean?▾

Teletype: A teleprinter

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