How to Pronounce Petard

To pronounce "petard", say PET-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /pɪˈtɑːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/pɪˈtɑːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “petard”

"petard" has 2 syllables: pet-ard. It rhymes with broad and plod, if that helps it stick.

What does petard mean?

noun

  1. A small, hat-shaped explosive device, used to breach a door or wall.
  2. Anything potentially explosive, in a non-literal sense.

verb

  1. To attack or blow a hole in (something) with a petard.

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Words that rhyme with petard

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "petard"?▾

"Petard" has 2 syllables: pet · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "petard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "petard" is /pɪˈtɑːd/.

What does "petard" mean?▾

Petard: A small, hat-shaped explosive device, used to breach a door or wall.

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