How to Pronounce Cast-iron

To pronounce "cast-iron", say CAST-ir-on — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

CAST-ir-on

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"cast-iron" has 3 syllables: cast-ir-on.

What does cast-iron mean?

noun

  1. A hard and brittle, but strong, alloy of iron, carbon, and silicon, formed by casting in a mould.

    “Cast iron is popular for cookware where an even heating temperature is important.”

adjective

  1. Made of cast iron.

    “I use a cast-iron skillet for frying pancakes.”

  2. Durable; tough; resiliant.

    “Ernest has a cast-iron constitution and never gets sick.”

Synonyms

bulletproofimperviousironrobustunshakableiron-cladsternunrelenting

Related words

ironrobustsmeltingmeltsnowmeltmeltingsolidstrict

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cast-iron"?▾

"Cast-iron" has 3 syllables: cast · ir · on.

What does "cast-iron" mean?▾

Cast-iron: A hard and brittle, but strong, alloy of iron, carbon, and silicon, formed by casting in a mould.

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