transpose
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for transpose, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To swap the order or position of two or more things.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use transpose
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French transposer, from Latin transpositus, "put across" — trans- ("across") plus ponere ("to put").
Full origin of transpose →Frequently asked questions
What does “transpose” mean?
The word “transpose” means to swap the order or position of two or more things. In plain terms, to switch the position or order of things, whether letters, musical notes, or mathematical terms.
How do you pronounce “transpose”?
“Transpose” is pronounced trans-POHZ (/tɹænsˈpoʊz/ in IPA).
How do you use “transpose” in a sentence?
Here is “transpose” used in a sentence: “The typo happened because she transposed two letters while typing quickly.”
What is another word for “transpose”?
Words with a similar meaning to “transpose” include interchange, swap, swap over, swap round and switch.
What part of speech is “transpose”?
“Transpose” is a verb.
Where does the word “transpose” come from?
The word “transpose” comes from Latin. From Old French transposer, from Latin transpositus, "put across" — trans- ("across") plus ponere ("to put").
How many meanings does “transpose” have?
“Transpose” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to swap the order or position of two or more things.