How to Pronounce Viscount

To pronounce "viscount", say VISC-ount — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈvɪskaʊnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈvɪskaʊnt/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/vˈaɪkaʊnt/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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What does viscount mean?

noun

  1. A member of the peerage, above a baron but below a count or earl.
  2. Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Tanaecia. Other butterflies in this genus are called earls and counts.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "viscount"?

To pronounce "viscount", say VISC-ount — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈvɪskaʊnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "viscount"?

"Viscount" has 2 syllables: visc · ount.

What is the IPA transcription of "viscount"?

The IPA transcription of "viscount" is /ˈvɪskaʊnt/.

What does "viscount" mean?

Viscount: A member of the peerage, above a baron but below a count or earl.

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