How to pronounce princeps
Say it like PRIN-seps. Princeps has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRIN).
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- PRIN
- seps
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Princeps pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- sepsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of princeps
American and British speakers say princeps in essentially the same way: /ˈprɪnsɛps/ in the US and /ˈprɪnsɛps/ in the UK.
British respelling: PRIN-seps.
What does princeps mean?
- The title of the Roman emperor during the principate.
- One who, or that which, is foremost, original, etc.
- The editio princeps, or first edition of a book.
Where does princeps come from?
Borrowed from Latin prī̆nceps (“first, foremost”).
Questions about saying princeps
How do you pronounce princeps?
Say PRIN-seps. The American pronunciation is /ˈprɪnsɛps/. In British English it is /ˈprɪnsɛps/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in princeps?
Princeps has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRIN). Broken into parts: PRIN · seps.
Do Americans and Brits say princeps the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈprɪnsɛps/ and the British form is /ˈprɪnsɛps/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.