How to Pronounce Equipment

To pronounce "equipment", say eq-UIPM-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪˈkwɪpmənt/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɪkwˈɪpmənt/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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Break "equipment" into 3 beats and lean on "UIPM" — that's the stressed one.

What does equipment mean?

noun

  1. The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.
  2. Any items used in equipping something or someone, for example things needed for an expedition or voyage.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "equipment"?

To pronounce "equipment", say eq-UIPM-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "equipment"?

"Equipment" has 3 syllables: eq · uipm · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "equipment"?

The IPA transcription of "equipment" is /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/.

What does "equipment" mean?

Equipment: The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.

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