How to Pronounce Catafalque

To pronounce "catafalque", say CAT-af-alq-ue — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈkatəfalk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈkatəfalk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “catafalque”

"catafalque" has 4 syllables: cat-af-alq-ue.

What does catafalque mean?

noun

  1. A platform used to display or convey a coffin during a funeral, often ornate.

Related words

bierscatafalcocortegecasketcoffensarcophaguscoffancellotaph

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "catafalque"?▾

"Catafalque" has 4 syllables: cat · af · alq · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "catafalque"?▾

The IPA transcription of "catafalque" is /ˈkatəfalk/.

What does "catafalque" mean?▾

Catafalque: A platform used to display or convey a coffin during a funeral, often ornate.

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