How to Pronounce Quintain

To pronounce "quintain", say QUINT-ain — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkwɪntɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

quintain

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkwɪntɪn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quintain”

"quintain" has 2 syllables: quint-ain.

What does quintain mean?

noun

  1. An object (generally a post or plank on a support) set up as a target to be tilted at in jousting, or otherwise used as target practice.

Related words

quintinquintquinquertiumquintequintationquintalequintaryquadrine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quintain"?▾

"Quintain" has 2 syllables: quint · ain.

What is the IPA transcription of "quintain"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quintain" is /ˈkwɪntɪn/.

What does "quintain" mean?▾

Quintain: An object (generally a post or plank on a support) set up as a target to be tilted at in jousting, or otherwise used as target practice.

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