How to Pronounce Confetti

To pronounce "confetti", say CONF-ett-i — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈfɛti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kənˈfɛti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “confetti”

"confetti" has 3 syllables: conf-ett-i. It rhymes with petty and jetty, if that helps it stick.

What does confetti mean?

noun

  1. Small pieces or strips (streamers) of colored paper or other material (metal, plaster, etc) generally thrown about at festive occasions, especially at weddings and in victory celebrations.
  2. Edible Italian sugar-coated almonds, especially those which are used as part of a traditional Italian wedding.

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Words that rhyme with confetti

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pettyjettyfrettyspaghettinettycappellettisetaedettydonizettidebteenettiejettee

Related words

confettoflakeletflouncingflufferyparaflefestivityfestyfestino

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "confetti"?▾

"Confetti" has 3 syllables: conf · ett · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "confetti"?▾

The IPA transcription of "confetti" is /kənˈfɛti/.

What does "confetti" mean?▾

Confetti: Small pieces or strips (streamers) of colored paper or other material (metal, plaster, etc) generally thrown about at festive occasions, especially at weddings and in victory celebrations.

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