How to Pronounce Martinet

To pronounce "martinet", say MART-in-et — 3 syllables, IPA /mæɹtˈnɛt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/mæɹtˈnɛt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “martinet”

"martinet" has 3 syllables: mart-in-et.

What does martinet mean?

noun

  1. A strict disciplinarian.
  2. Anyone who lays stress on a rigid adherence to the details of discipline, or to forms and fixed methods or rules.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "martinet"?▾

"Martinet" has 3 syllables: mart · in · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "martinet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "martinet" is /mæɹtˈnɛt/.

What does "martinet" mean?▾

Martinet: A strict disciplinarian.

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