How to Pronounce Hackathon

To pronounce "hackathon", say HACK-ath-on — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhækəθɒn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈhækəθɒn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hackathon”

"hackathon" has 3 syllables: hack-ath-on.

What does hackathon mean?

noun

  1. An event where programmers and others meet for collaborative software development.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hackathon"?▾

"Hackathon" has 3 syllables: hack · ath · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "hackathon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hackathon" is /ˈhækəθɒn/.

What does "hackathon" mean?▾

Hackathon: An event where programmers and others meet for collaborative software development.

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