How to Pronounce Pedestal

To pronounce "pedestal", say PED-est-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛdɪstəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɛdɪstəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pedestal”

"pedestal" has 3 syllables: ped-est-al.

What does pedestal mean?

noun

  1. The base or foot of a column, statue, vase, lamp.
  2. A place of reverence or honor.

    “He has put his mother on a pedestal. You can't say a word against her.”

verb

  1. To set or support on (or as if on) a pedestal.

Related words

plinthfootstallbasestandbasementbedrocktowerpylon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pedestal"?▾

"Pedestal" has 3 syllables: ped · est · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "pedestal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pedestal" is /ˈpɛdɪstəl/.

What does "pedestal" mean?▾

Pedestal: The base or foot of a column, statue, vase, lamp.

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