How to Pronounce Balustrade

To pronounce "balustrade", say BAL-ustr-ad-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌbæl.əˈstɹeɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌbæl.əˈstɹeɪd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “balustrade”

"balustrade" has 4 syllables: bal-ustr-ad-e.

What does balustrade mean?

noun

  1. A row of balusters topped by a rail, serving as an open parapet, as along the edge of a balcony, terrace, bridge, staircase, or the eaves of a building.

Related words

banisterbannisterhandrailbalustersrailbalustradingbalusterbalconette

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "balustrade"?▾

"Balustrade" has 4 syllables: bal · ustr · ad · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "balustrade"?▾

The IPA transcription of "balustrade" is /ˌbæl.əˈstɹeɪd/.

What does "balustrade" mean?▾

Balustrade: A row of balusters topped by a rail, serving as an open parapet, as along the edge of a balcony, terrace, bridge, staircase, or the eaves of a building.

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