How to Pronounce Equestrian

To pronounce "equestrian", say EQ-uestr-ian — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

EQ-uestr-ian

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💡 Tip for remembering “equestrian”

"equestrian" has 3 syllables: eq-uestr-ian. It rhymes with pedestrian and yestreen, if that helps it stick.

What does equestrian mean?

noun

  1. An equestrian person; a horserider.

adjective

  1. Of horseback riding or horseback riders.

    “After his death an equestrian statue was created.”

  2. Of or relating to the ancient Roman class of equites/equestrians

Synonyms

horsemanhorserider

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Words that rhyme with equestrian

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pedestrianyestreen

Related words

horsemanjockeyhorseridingtrooperriderbootsescort

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "equestrian"?▾

"Equestrian" has 3 syllables: eq · uestr · ian.

What does "equestrian" mean?▾

Equestrian: An equestrian person; a horserider.

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