How to Pronounce Cantilevers

To pronounce "cantilevers", say CANT-il-ev-ers — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

CANT-il-ev-ers

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💡 Tip for remembering “cantilevers”

"cantilevers" has 4 syllables: cant-il-ev-ers.

What does cantilevers mean?

noun

  1. A beam anchored at one end and projecting into space, such as a long bracket projecting from a wall to support a balcony.
  2. A beam anchored at one end and used as a lever within a microelectromechanical system.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cantilevers"?▾

"Cantilevers" has 4 syllables: cant · il · ev · ers.

What does "cantilevers" mean?▾

Cantilevers: A beam anchored at one end and projecting into space, such as a long bracket projecting from a wall to support a balcony.

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