How to Pronounce Pinata

To pronounce "pinata", say PIN-at-a — 3 syllables, IPA /pɪnˈjɑːtə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/pɪnˈjɑːtə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pinata”

"pinata" has 3 syllables: pin-at-a. It rhymes with pineta and onitsha, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: pineta — easy to mix up when writing.

What does pinata mean?

noun

  1. (Latin American culture) A doll or other decorated container that is filled with candy and hit with a hammer or a stick by blindfolded children during birthday parties or other celebrations until the candy falls out.

verb

  1. To hit something or someone with sticks after having filled them with candy.

Words that rhyme with pinata

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pinetaonitsha

Related words

quiltedballoonballoonsconfettisombrerowatermeloncalaveracupcake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pinata"?▾

"Pinata" has 3 syllables: pin · at · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "pinata"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pinata" is /pɪnˈjɑːtə/.

What does "pinata" mean?▾

Pinata: (Latin American culture) A doll or other decorated container that is filled with candy and hit with a hammer or a stick by blindfolded children during birthday parties or other celebrations until the candy falls out.

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