How to Pronounce Seitan

To pronounce "seitan", say SEIT-an — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈseɪtan/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈseɪtan/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “seitan”

"seitan" has 2 syllables: seit-an. It rhymes with enlighten and heighten, if that helps it stick.

What does seitan mean?

noun

  1. Specially processed wheat gluten, used as a protein-rich food.

Words that rhyme with seitan

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enlightenheightenlightentightenbrightenfrightenwitanrightenwrite-inslighten

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "seitan"?▾

"Seitan" has 2 syllables: seit · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "seitan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "seitan" is /ˈseɪtan/.

What does "seitan" mean?▾

Seitan: Specially processed wheat gluten, used as a protein-rich food.

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