How to pronounce "soliloquy"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "soliloquy"

Learn how to break down "soliloquy" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

solil-o-quy
3 syllables

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/səˈlɪləkwi/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

S AH0 L IH1 L AH0 K W IY0
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Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "soliloquy"

Pronunciation: /səˈlɪləkwi/

Noun

  • The act of a character speaking to themselves so as to reveal their thoughts to the audience.
    Example: "At the end of the second act the main villain gave a soliloquy detailing his plans to attack the protagonist."
  • (authorship) A speech or written discourse in this form.
    Synonyms: monologue
    Antonyms: colloquy, dialog, dialogue

Verb

  • (very rare) To issue a soliloquy.

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