How to Pronounce Carpentry

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

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Syllables

9

Letters

CARP-entry

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💡 Tip for remembering “carpentry”

"carpentry" has 2 syllables: carp-entry.

What does carpentry mean?

noun

  1. The trade of cutting and joining timber in order to construct buildings or other structures; woodworking.
  2. A carpenter's workshop.

    “Fine carpentry for sale.”

Synonyms

carpenting

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Related words

woodworkingwoodworkcarpenterjoinerconstructionfurniturewoodwoodcutting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "carpentry"?▾

"Carpentry" has 2 syllables: carp · entry.

What does "carpentry" mean?▾

Carpentry: The trade of cutting and joining timber in order to construct buildings or other structures; woodworking.

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