How to Pronounce Ballista

To pronounce "ballista", say BALL-ist-a — 3 syllables, IPA /bəˈlɪstə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/bəˈlɪstə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ballista”

"ballista" has 3 syllables: ball-ist-a.

What does ballista mean?

noun

  1. An ancient military engine, in the form of a crossbow, used for hurling large missiles.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ballista"?▾

"Ballista" has 3 syllables: ball · ist · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "ballista"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ballista" is /bəˈlɪstə/.

What does "ballista" mean?▾

Ballista: An ancient military engine, in the form of a crossbow, used for hurling large missiles.

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