How to Pronounce Cabinet

To pronounce "cabinet", say CAB-in-et — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkæ.bɪ.nɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkæ.bɪ.nɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cabinet”

"cabinet" has 3 syllables: cab-in-et. It rhymes with tabinet and abnet, if that helps it stick.

What does cabinet mean?

noun

  1. A storage closet either separate from, or built into, a wall.
  2. A cupboard.

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Words that rhyme with cabinet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tabinetabnetkabinettabanet

Related words

lockerconsoleclosetdrawershelfcupboarddeskdresser

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cabinet"?▾

"Cabinet" has 3 syllables: cab · in · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "cabinet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cabinet" is /ˈkæ.bɪ.nɪt/.

What does "cabinet" mean?▾

Cabinet: A storage closet either separate from, or built into, a wall.

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