How to Pronounce Abatis

To pronounce "abatis", say AB-at-is — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæb.əˌtiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈæb.əˌtiː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “abatis”

"abatis" has 3 syllables: ab-at-is.

What does abatis mean?

noun

  1. A means of defense formed by felled trees, or sometimes by bent trees, the ends of whose branches are sharpened and directed outwards, or against the enemy, and more recently fortified with barbed wire.
  2. In the middle ages, an officer of the stables who had the care of measuring out the provender; an avenor.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abatis"?▾

"Abatis" has 3 syllables: ab · at · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "abatis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abatis" is /ˈæb.əˌtiː/.

What does "abatis" mean?▾

Abatis: A means of defense formed by felled trees, or sometimes by bent trees, the ends of whose branches are sharpened and directed outwards, or against the enemy, and more recently fortified with barbed wire.

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