How to Pronounce Blankets

To pronounce "blankets", say BLANK-ets — 2 syllables, IPA /blænkɛts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/blænkɛts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blankets”

"blankets" has 2 syllables: blank-ets.

What does blankets mean?

noun

  1. A heavy, loosely woven fabric, usually large and woollen, used for warmth while sleeping or resting.

    “The baby was cold, so his mother put a blanket over him.”

  2. A layer of anything.

    “The city woke under a thick blanket of fog.”

verb

  1. To cover with, or as if with, a blanket.

    “A fresh layer of snow blanketed the area.”

  2. To traverse or complete thoroughly.

    “The salesman blanketed the entire neighborhood.”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blankets"?▾

"Blankets" has 2 syllables: blank · ets.

What is the IPA transcription of "blankets"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blankets" is /blænkɛts/.

What does "blankets" mean?▾

Blankets: A heavy, loosely woven fabric, usually large and woollen, used for warmth while sleeping or resting.

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