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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

alter-

/ˈɔl.təɹ/

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.05 in modern English

Syllables
al-ter-
IPA
/ˈɔl.təɹ/
5
Scrabble Score
5
Letters
2
Syllables
5
Unique Chars

Meaning

prefix

Denotes a philosophy in opposition to or variation on the suffixed term.

Etymology

Borrowed from French alter-.

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /ˈɔl.təɹ/
  • British English: /ˈɒl.tə(ɹ)/

Questions

How do you pronounce alter-?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈɔl.təɹ/.
What does alter- mean?
Denotes a philosophy in opposition to or variation on the suffixed term.
Where does alter- come from?
Borrowed from French alter-.

How to pronounce alter-

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