How to Pronounce Cabin

To pronounce "cabin", say CAB-in — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkæbɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkæbɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cabin”

"cabin" has 2 syllables: cab-in. It rhymes with tabun and rabbin, if that helps it stick.

What does cabin mean?

noun

A small dwelling characteristic of the frontier, especially when built from logs with simple tools and not constructed by professional builders, but by those who meant to live in it.
“Abraham Lincoln was born in a log cabin.”
A chalet or lodge, especially one that can hold large groups of people.

verb

To place in a cabin or other small space.
(by extension) To limit the scope of.

Synonyms

cell chamber hut pod shack shed

Antonyms

hall palace villa

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Words that rhyme with cabin

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tabun rabbin babin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cabin"?▾

"Cabin" has 2 syllables: cab · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "cabin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cabin" is /ˈkæbɪn/.

What does "cabin" mean?▾

Cabin: A small dwelling characteristic of the frontier, especially when built from logs with simple tools and not constructed by professional builders, but by those who meant to live in it.

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