How to Pronounce Pheasant

To pronounce "pheasant", say PHEAS-ant — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɛzənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɛzənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pheasant”

"pheasant" has 2 syllables: pheas-ant. It rhymes with present and omnipresent, if that helps it stick.

What does pheasant mean?

noun

  1. A bird of family Phasianidae, often hunted for food.

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Words that rhyme with pheasant

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presentomnipresentpleasantunpleasantpeasantbesantbezzant

Related words

monalargusring-neckedfeatherpartridgegallopheasantfowlpeafowl

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pheasant"?▾

"Pheasant" has 2 syllables: pheas · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "pheasant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pheasant" is /ˈfɛzənt/.

What does "pheasant" mean?▾

Pheasant: A bird of family Phasianidae, often hunted for food.

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