How to Pronounce Parquet

To pronounce "parquet", say PARQ-uet — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɑːkeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɑːkeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “parquet”

"parquet" has 2 syllables: parq-uet. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does parquet mean?

noun

  1. A wooden floor made of parquetry.
  2. The part of a theatre between the orchestra and the parquet circle.

verb

  1. To lay or fit such a floor.

Words that rhyme with parquet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parquet"?▾

"Parquet" has 2 syllables: parq · uet.

What is the IPA transcription of "parquet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "parquet" is /ˈpɑːkeɪ/.

What does "parquet" mean?▾

Parquet: A wooden floor made of parquetry.

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