How to Pronounce Abattoir

To pronounce "abattoir", say AB-att-oir — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæb.əˌtwɑː(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæb.əˌtwɑː(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abattoir”

"abattoir" has 3 syllables: ab-att-oir.

What does abattoir mean?

noun

  1. A public slaughterhouse for cattle, sheep, etc.
  2. A place likened to a slaughterhouse.

Related words

slaughterhousebutcheryshamblesslaughtercarcassplantslaughteringwarehouse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abattoir"?▾

"Abattoir" has 3 syllables: ab · att · oir.

What is the IPA transcription of "abattoir"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abattoir" is /ˈæb.əˌtwɑː(ɹ)/.

What does "abattoir" mean?▾

Abattoir: A public slaughterhouse for cattle, sheep, etc.

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