How to pronounce abbot
Say it like AB-ut. Abbot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB).
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- AB
- ut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abbot pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- utKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of abbot
American and British speakers say abbot in essentially the same way: /ˈæbət/ in the US and /ˈæbət/ in the UK.
British respelling: AB-ut.
What does abbot mean?
- The superior or head of an abbey or monastery.“The newly appointed abbot decided to take a tour of the abbey with the cardinal's emissary.”
- The pastor or administrator of an order, including minor and major orders starting with the minor order of porter.
- A layman who received the abbey's revenues, after the closing of the monasteries.
Words that rhyme with abbot
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of abbot.
Questions about saying abbot
How do you pronounce abbot?
Say AB-ut. The American pronunciation is /ˈæbət/. In British English it is /ˈæbət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abbot?
Abbot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB). Broken into parts: AB · ut.
Do Americans and Brits say abbot the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæbət/ and the British form is /ˈæbət/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.