How to pronounce epistle
Say it like ih-PIS-ul. Epistle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PIS).
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- ih
- PIS
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epistle 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.
- PISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of epistle
American and British speakers say epistle in essentially the same way: /ɪˈpɪsəl/ in the US and /ɪˈpɪsəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-PIS-ul.
What does epistle mean?
- A literary composition in the form of a letter or series of letters, especially one in verse.
- A letter, especially one which is formal or issued publicly.
- One of the books of the New Testament which was originally a letter issued by an apostle to an individual or a community.
- To write (something) in, or in the form of, a letter.
- To write (something) as an introduction or preface to a literary work; also, to provide (a literary work) with an introduction or preface.
- To write a letter.
Where does epistle come from?
The verb is derived from the noun.
Words that rhyme with epistle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of epistle.
Questions about saying epistle
How do you pronounce epistle?
Say ih-PIS-ul. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈpɪsəl/. In British English it is /ɪˈpɪsəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epistle?
Epistle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PIS). Broken into parts: ih · PIS · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say epistle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈpɪsəl/ and the British form is /ɪˈpɪsəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.