How to Pronounce Cordovan

To pronounce "cordovan", say CORD-ov-an — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɔːdəvən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkɔːdəvən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “cordovan”

"cordovan" has 3 syllables: cord-ov-an.

What does cordovan mean?

noun

  1. A leather from Córdoba originally of tanned goatskin later of horsehide.
  2. A shoe made from cordovan leather

adjective

  1. Oxblood (the color)

Synonyms

cordwain

Related words

cordwainmoroccocorduroyscabrettacalfhidemaroquincordceroon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cordovan"?▾

"Cordovan" has 3 syllables: cord · ov · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "cordovan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cordovan" is /ˈkɔːdəvən/.

What does "cordovan" mean?▾

Cordovan: A leather from Córdoba originally of tanned goatskin later of horsehide.

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