How to Pronounce Terpsichorean

To pronounce "terpsichorean", say TERPS-ich-or-ean — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌtəːp.sɪ.kəɹˈiː.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˌtəːp.sɪ.kəɹˈiː.ən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “terpsichorean”

"terpsichorean" has 4 syllables: terps-ich-or-ean.

What does terpsichorean mean?

noun

  1. A person who dances, especially professionally.

adjective

  1. Of or relating to dancing.

Related words

terpsichorialterpsichorealorchestictripudiarydancerlyballeticchoreographicchoreological

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "terpsichorean"?▾

"Terpsichorean" has 4 syllables: terps · ich · or · ean.

What is the IPA transcription of "terpsichorean"?▾

The IPA transcription of "terpsichorean" is /ˌtəːp.sɪ.kəɹˈiː.ən/.

What does "terpsichorean" mean?▾

Terpsichorean: A person who dances, especially professionally.

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