How to Pronounce Bidet

To pronounce "bidet", say BID-et — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈbiːdeɪ]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/[ˈbiːdeɪ]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bidet”

"bidet" has 2 syllables: bid-et. It rhymes with vidette, if that helps it stick.

What does bidet mean?

noun

  1. A low-mounted plumbing fixture or type of sink intended for washing the external genitalia and the anus.
  2. A small horse formerly allowed to each trooper or dragoon for carrying his baggage.

Words that rhyme with bidet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vidette

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bidet"?▾

"Bidet" has 2 syllables: bid · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "bidet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bidet" is /[ˈbiːdeɪ]/.

What does "bidet" mean?▾

Bidet: A low-mounted plumbing fixture or type of sink intended for washing the external genitalia and the anus.

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