How to Pronounce Canton

To pronounce "canton", say CANT-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkæntn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkæntn̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “canton”

"canton" has 2 syllables: cant-on. It rhymes with danton and macrodantin, if that helps it stick.

What does canton mean?

noun

  1. A division of a political unit.
  2. A small community or clan.

verb

  1. To delineate as a separate district.
  2. To divide into cantons.

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Words that rhyme with canton

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dantonmacrodantinpantunmantonbantonhanten

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "canton"?▾

"Canton" has 2 syllables: cant · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "canton"?▾

The IPA transcription of "canton" is /ˈkæntn̩/.

What does "canton" mean?▾

Canton: A division of a political unit.

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