How to Pronounce "acolytes"
word
ˈækəˌɫaɪts
AK-uh-lites
ˈækəlˌaɪts
AK-uhl-ites
Definition
Acolytes are people who assist someone in an important role, especially in religious ceremonies, or loyal followers who support a leader or important person.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈækəˌɫaɪts
British English
ˈækəlˌaɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AK-uh-lites
UK
AK-uhl-ites
Listen in Context
The priest was helped by several acolytes during the ceremony.
He was one of the king’s trusted acolytes.
Many young acolytes helped light the candles in the church.
The celebrity arrived, surrounded by her eager acolytes.