How to Pronounce Castanet

To pronounce "castanet", say CAST-an-et — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌkæs.tə.ˈnɛt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˌkæs.tə.ˈnɛt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “castanet”

"castanet" has 3 syllables: cast-an-et.

What does castanet mean?

noun

  1. (chiefly in the plural) A single handheld percussion instrument consisting of a pair of concave shells joined on one edge by string.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "castanet"?▾

"Castanet" has 3 syllables: cast · an · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "castanet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "castanet" is /ˌkæs.tə.ˈnɛt/.

What does "castanet" mean?▾

Castanet: (chiefly in the plural) A single handheld percussion instrument consisting of a pair of concave shells joined on one edge by string.

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