How to Pronounce Cetaceans

To pronounce "cetaceans", say CET-ac-eans — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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CET-ac-eans

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💡 Tip for remembering “cetaceans”

"cetaceans" has 3 syllables: cet-ac-eans.

What does cetaceans mean?

noun

  1. An animal belonging to the order Cetacea, including dolphins, porpoises, and whales.

    “The tour promised spiritual experiences with humpback whales and other cetaceans, but all we saw were seagulls and a dead sea otter.”

Related words

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How many syllables are in "cetaceans"?▾

"Cetaceans" has 3 syllables: cet · ac · eans.

What does "cetaceans" mean?▾

Cetaceans: An animal belonging to the order Cetacea, including dolphins, porpoises, and whales.

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