How to pronounce epopee
Say it like EP-uh-pee. Epopee has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EP).
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- EP
- uh
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epopee pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of epopee
American and British speakers say epopee in essentially the same way: /ˈɛpəpi/ in the US and /ˈɛpəpi/ in the UK.
British respelling: EP-uh-pee.
What does epopee mean?
- an epic, saga
Where does epopee come from?
Borrowed from French épopée.
Questions about saying epopee
How do you pronounce epopee?
Say EP-uh-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛpəpi/. In British English it is /ˈɛpəpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epopee?
Epopee has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EP). Broken into parts: EP · uh · pee.
Do Americans and Brits say epopee the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛpəpi/ and the British form is /ˈɛpəpi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.