How to Pronounce Cancan

To pronounce "cancan", say CANC-an — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

CANC-an

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💡 Tip for remembering “cancan”

"cancan" has 2 syllables: canc-an. It rhymes with deadpan and span, if that helps it stick.

What does cancan mean?

noun

  1. A high-kicking chorus line dance originating in France.
  2. (motocross) A trick where one leg is brought over the seat, so that both legs are on one side.

verb

  1. To dance the cancan.

Words that rhyme with cancan

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

deadpanspandivanclanmanpanfanqueancaravancatamaranharmattantran

Related words

javacorantocanzonacansocontredansecharangatambourincanzone

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cancan"?▾

"Cancan" has 2 syllables: canc · an.

What does "cancan" mean?▾

Cancan: A high-kicking chorus line dance originating in France.

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