How to Pronounce Parchment

To pronounce "parchment", say PARCHM-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɑːtʃmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɑːtʃmənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “parchment”

"parchment" has 2 syllables: parchm-ent.

What does parchment mean?

noun

  1. Material, made from the polished skin of a calf, sheep, goat or other animal, used like paper for writing.
  2. A document made on such material.

Synonyms

bookfellmembranevellumparchment papervegetal parchmentwax paper

Related words

lambskinsheepskinskinscrollbookgoatskinhideleather

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parchment"?▾

"Parchment" has 2 syllables: parchm · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "parchment"?▾

The IPA transcription of "parchment" is /ˈpɑːtʃmənt/.

What does "parchment" mean?▾

Parchment: Material, made from the polished skin of a calf, sheep, goat or other animal, used like paper for writing.

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