How to Pronounce Yclept

To pronounce "yclept", say YCLEPT — one syllable, IPA /ɪˈklɛpt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɪˈklɛpt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “yclept”

"yclept" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with adept and inept, if that helps it stick.

What does yclept mean?

verb

  1. To give a call; cry out; appeal.
  2. To call; call upon; cry out to.

adjective

  1. Called, named.

Synonyms

blabdesignatedubnamegrasssnitchhight#Adjective

Words that rhyme with yclept

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

adeptineptpreceptacceptinterceptpreppedleaptsweptleapedweptcreptstepped

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yclept"?▾

"Yclept" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yclept"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yclept" is /ɪˈklɛpt/.

What does "yclept" mean?▾

Yclept: To give a call; cry out; appeal.

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