How to Pronounce Katana

To pronounce "katana", say KAT-an-a — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈtɑnə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/kəˈtɑnə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “katana”

"katana" has 3 syllables: kat-an-a. It rhymes with platina and patena, if that helps it stick.

What does katana mean?

noun

  1. A type of Japanese longsword or 日本刀, having a single edge and slight curvature, historically used by samurai and ninja.

Words that rhyme with katana

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platinapatena

Related words

tachiwakizashiuchigatanatsurugicutlassshortswordswordwacadash

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "katana"?▾

"Katana" has 3 syllables: kat · an · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "katana"?▾

The IPA transcription of "katana" is /kəˈtɑnə/.

What does "katana" mean?▾

Katana: A type of Japanese longsword or 日本刀, having a single edge and slight curvature, historically used by samurai and ninja.

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