How to Pronounce Canard

To pronounce "canard", say CAN-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /kəˈnɑːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/kəˈnɑːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “canard”

"canard" has 2 syllables: can-ard. It rhymes with regard and disregard, if that helps it stick.

What does canard mean?

noun

  1. A false or misleading report or story, especially if deliberately so.
  2. A type of aircraft in which the primary horizontal control and stabilization surfaces are in front of the main wing.

Synonyms

hoax

Words that rhyme with canard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

regarddisregardhardretardsafeguardvanguardmarredbarredavant-gardediscardjarredcourtyard

Related words

hoaxlieduckducksduckygoosemisreportscandalmongery

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "canard"?▾

"Canard" has 2 syllables: can · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "canard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "canard" is /kəˈnɑːd/.

What does "canard" mean?▾

Canard: A false or misleading report or story, especially if deliberately so.

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