How to pronounce epiphany
Say it like ih-PIF-uh-nee. Epiphany has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PIF).
- ih
- PIF
- uh
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epiphany pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of epiphany
American and British speakers say epiphany in essentially the same way: /ɪˈpɪfəni/ in the US and /ɪˈpɪfəni/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-PIF-uh-nee.
What does epiphany mean?
- An illuminating realization or discovery, often resulting in a personal feeling of elation, awe, or wonder.“It came to her in an epiphany what her life's work was to be.”
- A manifestation or appearance of a divine or superhuman being.
- Alternative letter-case form of Epiphany.
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Words that rhyme with epiphany
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Questions about saying epiphany
How do you pronounce epiphany?
Say ih-PIF-uh-nee. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈpɪfəni/. In British English it is /ɪˈpɪfəni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epiphany?
Epiphany has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PIF). Broken into parts: ih · PIF · uh · nee.
Do Americans and Brits say epiphany the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈpɪfəni/ and the British form is /ɪˈpɪfəni/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.