How to Pronounce Cincture

To pronounce "cincture", say CINCT-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪŋk.ʃə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/sɪŋk.ʃə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cincture”

"cincture" has 3 syllables: cinct-ur-e. It rhymes with lincture and vincture, if that helps it stick.

What does cincture mean?

noun

  1. An enclosure, or the act of enclosing, encircling or encompassing
  2. A girdle or belt, especially as part of a vestment

verb

  1. To encircle or surround.
  2. (viniculture) To girdle (stunt or kill by cutting).

Words that rhyme with cincture

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lincturevincture

Related words

girdlesashwaistbandwaistclothbeltsecurerencincturementencirclement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cincture"?▾

"Cincture" has 3 syllables: cinct · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "cincture"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cincture" is /sɪŋk.ʃə/.

What does "cincture" mean?▾

Cincture: An enclosure, or the act of enclosing, encircling or encompassing

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