How to Pronounce Wedlock

To pronounce "wedlock", say WEDL-ock — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwɛd.lɒk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈwɛd.lɒk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wedlock”

"wedlock" has 2 syllables: wedl-ock. It rhymes with gawk and stock, if that helps it stick.

What does wedlock mean?

noun

  1. The state of being married.
  2. A wife; a married woman.

Synonyms

marriagematrimony

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Words that rhyme with wedlock

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gawkstockcockstalkshockblocksquawkmockbaulkknockhawkflock

Related words

marriagematrimonyunionmaritalmatrimonialmarriedmarrywedding

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wedlock"?▾

"Wedlock" has 2 syllables: wedl · ock.

What is the IPA transcription of "wedlock"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wedlock" is /ˈwɛd.lɒk/.

What does "wedlock" mean?▾

Wedlock: The state of being married.

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