How to Pronounce Zeugma

To pronounce "zeugma", say ZEUGM-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈzjuːɡ.mə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈzjuːɡ.mə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “zeugma”

"zeugma" has 2 syllables: zeugm-a.

What does zeugma mean?

noun

  1. The act of using a word, particularly an adjective or verb, to apply to more than one noun when its sense is appropriate to only one.
  2. Syllepsis.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "zeugma"?▾

"Zeugma" has 2 syllables: zeugm · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "zeugma"?▾

The IPA transcription of "zeugma" is /ˈzjuːɡ.mə/.

What does "zeugma" mean?▾

Zeugma: The act of using a word, particularly an adjective or verb, to apply to more than one noun when its sense is appropriate to only one.

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