How to Pronounce Bayonet

To pronounce "bayonet", say BAY-on-et — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbeɪə(ʊ)nɛt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈbeɪə(ʊ)nɛt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bayonet”

"bayonet" has 3 syllables: bay-on-et. It rhymes with epithet and set, if that helps it stick.

What does bayonet mean?

noun

  1. A pointed instrument of the dagger kind fitted on the muzzle of a musket or rifle, so as to give the soldier increased means of offence and defence. Originally, the bayonet was made with a handle, which needed to be fitted into the bore of the musket after the soldier had fired.
  2. A pin which plays in and out of holes made to receive it, and which thus serves to engage or disengage parts of the machinery.

verb

  1. To stab with a bayonet.
  2. To compel or drive by the bayonet.

Words that rhyme with bayonet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

epithetsetsobriquetoffsetfretwetyetabetparapetvignetteonsetbeset

Related words

stabstepbaggonetbeardbourreletbonnetburgonetbatleth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bayonet"?▾

"Bayonet" has 3 syllables: bay · on · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "bayonet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bayonet" is /ˈbeɪə(ʊ)nɛt/.

What does "bayonet" mean?▾

Bayonet: A pointed instrument of the dagger kind fitted on the muzzle of a musket or rifle, so as to give the soldier increased means of offence and defence. Originally, the bayonet was made with a handle, which needed to be fitted into the bore of the musket after the soldier had fired.

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