How to Pronounce Pedestrian

To pronounce "pedestrian", say PED-estr-ian — 3 syllables, IPA /pəˈdɛst.ɹi.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/pəˈdɛst.ɹi.ən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pedestrian”

"pedestrian" has 3 syllables: ped-estr-ian. It rhymes with equestrian and yestreen, if that helps it stick.

What does pedestrian mean?

noun

  1. A walker; one who walks or goes on foot, especially as opposed to one who uses a vehicle.
  2. Specifically, an expert or professional walker or runner; one who performs feats of walking or running.

adjective

  1. Of or intended for those who are walking.

    “pedestrian crossing”

  2. Ordinary, dull; everyday; unexceptional.

    “His manner of dress was pedestrian but tidy.”

Synonyms

footerfootfarerfootgoerfootman

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Words that rhyme with pedestrian

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

equestrianyestreen

Related words

walkerfooterearthboundprosyprosaicuninterestingwalkingwalk

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pedestrian"?▾

"Pedestrian" has 3 syllables: ped · estr · ian.

What is the IPA transcription of "pedestrian"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pedestrian" is /pəˈdɛst.ɹi.ən/.

What does "pedestrian" mean?▾

Pedestrian: A walker; one who walks or goes on foot, especially as opposed to one who uses a vehicle.

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