How to Pronounce Futon

To pronounce "futon", say FUT-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfuːtɒn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈfuːtɒn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “futon”

"futon" has 2 syllables: fut-on. It rhymes with soutane and mouton, if that helps it stick.

What does futon mean?

noun

  1. A thin mattress of tufted cotton or similar material, placed on a floor or on a raised, foldable frame as a bed.
  2. A round cushion used for Zen meditation, traditionally made of woven bulrush leaves.

Words that rhyme with futon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

soutanemouton

Related words

futtonminifutonfusumafoldupfleecetuftaffetafustianfarter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "futon"?▾

"Futon" has 2 syllables: fut · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "futon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "futon" is /ˈfuːtɒn/.

What does "futon" mean?▾

Futon: A thin mattress of tufted cotton or similar material, placed on a floor or on a raised, foldable frame as a bed.

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