How to pronounce encyclopedia
American English pronunciation
en-sy-kluh-PEE-dee-uh
- IPA
- /ɛnˌsaɪkləˈpidi.ə/
- Syllables
- en · sy · kluh · PEE · dee · uh (6 syllables, stress on the 4th)
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What encyclopedia means
A book or set of books full of facts on many topics
In a sentence: Maya looked up sharks in the encyclopedia at the library.
Where it comes from: It comes from Greek words that meant "a circle of learning," all the subjects a well-taught person knew.
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