How to Pronounce Travesty

To pronounce "travesty", say TRAV-esty — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹæv.əs.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹæv.əs.ti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “travesty”

"travesty" has 2 syllables: trav-esty.

What does travesty mean?

noun

  1. An absurd or grotesque misrepresentation.
  2. A parody or stylistic imitation.

verb

  1. To make a travesty of; to parody.

Synonyms

caricaturefeign

Antonyms

veracity

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "travesty"?▾

"Travesty" has 2 syllables: trav · esty.

What is the IPA transcription of "travesty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "travesty" is /ˈtɹæv.əs.ti/.

What does "travesty" mean?▾

Travesty: An absurd or grotesque misrepresentation.

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