How to Pronounce Accountant

To pronounce "accountant", say ACC-ount-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ə.ˈkæʊn.(t)ən̩(t)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ə.ˈkæʊn.(t)ən̩(t)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “accountant”

"accountant" has 3 syllables: acc-ount-ant. It rhymes with mountant, if that helps it stick.

What does accountant mean?

noun

  1. One who renders account; one accountable.
  2. A reckoner, or someone who maintains financial matters for a person(s).

Words that rhyme with accountant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

mountant

Related words

comptrollercontrollerauditorbookkeeperbookkeepingaccountingaccountancyledger

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "accountant"?▾

"Accountant" has 3 syllables: acc · ount · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "accountant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "accountant" is /ə.ˈkæʊn.(t)ən̩(t)/.

What does "accountant" mean?▾

Accountant: One who renders account; one accountable.

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