How to Pronounce Seppuku

To pronounce "seppuku", say SEPP-uk-u — 3 syllables, IPA /sɛˈpuːkuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/sɛˈpuːkuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “seppuku”

"seppuku" has 3 syllables: sepp-uk-u.

What does seppuku mean?

noun

  1. A form of ritual suicide by disembowelment using a blade, practiced by Japanese samurai, especially to rid oneself of shame, as a means of protest or, formerly, as a method of capital punishment.

Synonyms

hara-kiri

Related words

hara-kirijunshiharakirihari-kariharikiriharikariself-slaughterselfslaughter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "seppuku"?▾

"Seppuku" has 3 syllables: sepp · uk · u.

What is the IPA transcription of "seppuku"?▾

The IPA transcription of "seppuku" is /sɛˈpuːkuː/.

What does "seppuku" mean?▾

Seppuku: A form of ritual suicide by disembowelment using a blade, practiced by Japanese samurai, especially to rid oneself of shame, as a means of protest or, formerly, as a method of capital punishment.

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