How to Pronounce Penthouse

To pronounce "penthouse", say PENTH-ous-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛnthaʊs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɛnthaʊs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “penthouse”

"penthouse" has 3 syllables: penth-ous-e. It rhymes with rouse and grouse, if that helps it stick.

What does penthouse mean?

noun

  1. An outhouse or other structure (especially one with a sloping roof) attached to the outside wall of a building, sometimes as protection from the weather.
  2. An apartment or suite found on an upper floor, or floors, of a tall building, especially one that is expensive or luxurious with panoramic views. Sometimes these are located just under "penthouse mechanical" floors.

verb

  1. To provide with a penthouse, shelter by means of a shed sloping from a wall, or anything similar.

Words that rhyme with penthouse

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rousegrouseespousespouseblousehouselousepowerhousegreenhouselighthouseguesthousedormouse

Related words

terracepatiodeckporchloftapartmentsummitplace

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "penthouse"?▾

"Penthouse" has 3 syllables: penth · ous · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "penthouse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "penthouse" is /ˈpɛnthaʊs/.

What does "penthouse" mean?▾

Penthouse: An outhouse or other structure (especially one with a sloping roof) attached to the outside wall of a building, sometimes as protection from the weather.

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