How to Pronounce Contestant

To pronounce "contestant", say CONT-est-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈtɛstənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kənˈtɛstənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contestant”

"contestant" has 3 syllables: cont-est-ant. It rhymes with questant and restant, if that helps it stick.

What does contestant mean?

noun

  1. A participant in a contest; specifically, a person who plays a game, as on a TV game show.
  2. One who brings a legal challenge.

Synonyms

competitor

Words that rhyme with contestant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

questantrestantdecongestantgestant

Related words

protesterobjectordissidentdissentercontenderparticipantattendeeentry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contestant"?▾

"Contestant" has 3 syllables: cont · est · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "contestant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contestant" is /kənˈtɛstənt/.

What does "contestant" mean?▾

Contestant: A participant in a contest; specifically, a person who plays a game, as on a TV game show.

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