How to pronounce devout
Say it like dih-VOWT. Devout has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VOWT).
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- dih
- VOWT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Devout pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- VOWTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of devout
American and British speakers say devout in essentially the same way: /dɪˈvaʊt/ in the US and /dɪˈvaʊt/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-VOWT.
What does devout mean?
- Devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties; pious; extremely religious; godly.
- Warmly devoted; hearty; sincere; earnest.“devout wishes for one's welfare”
Where does devout come from?
From Middle English devout, devot, from Old French devot (French dévot), from Latin dēvōtus, perfect passive participle of dēvōveō.
Words that rhyme with devout
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Questions about saying devout
How do you pronounce devout?
Say dih-VOWT. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈvaʊt/. In British English it is /dɪˈvaʊt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in devout?
Devout has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VOWT). Broken into parts: dih · VOWT.
Do Americans and Brits say devout the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈvaʊt/ and the British form is /dɪˈvaʊt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.