How to Pronounce Ventriloquist

To pronounce "ventriloquist", say VENTR-il-oq-uist — 4 syllables, IPA /vɛnˈtɹɪl.ə.kwɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/vɛnˈtɹɪl.ə.kwɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ventriloquist”

"ventriloquist" has 4 syllables: ventr-il-oq-uist.

What does ventriloquist mean?

noun

  1. A person, especially an entertainer, who practices ventriloquism.

Synonyms

biloquist

Related words

engastrimythgastriloquistbiloquistpolyphonistpuppeteervaudevillistsoliloquistvocalizer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ventriloquist"?▾

"Ventriloquist" has 4 syllables: ventr · il · oq · uist.

What is the IPA transcription of "ventriloquist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ventriloquist" is /vɛnˈtɹɪl.ə.kwɪst/.

What does "ventriloquist" mean?▾

Ventriloquist: A person, especially an entertainer, who practices ventriloquism.

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