How to Pronounce Diapason

To pronounce "diapason", say DIAP-as-on — 3 syllables, IPA /daɪəˈpeɪsən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/daɪəˈpeɪsən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “diapason”

"diapason" has 3 syllables: diap-as-on.

What does diapason mean?

noun

  1. The musical octave.
  2. (by extension) The range or scope of something, especially of notes in a scale, or of a particular musical instrument.

Synonyms

rangescope

Related words

disdiapasonsemidiapasonoctavetridiapasondiapentediaphony

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "diapason"?▾

"Diapason" has 3 syllables: diap · as · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "diapason"?▾

The IPA transcription of "diapason" is /daɪəˈpeɪsən/.

What does "diapason" mean?▾

Diapason: The musical octave.

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