How to Pronounce Spahi

To pronounce "spahi", say SPAH-i — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈspɑːhiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈspɑːhiː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spahi”

"spahi" has 2 syllables: spah-i. It rhymes with fahey and lahaie, if that helps it stick.

What does spahi mean?

noun

  1. (history) An Ottoman (Turkish empire) cavalryman, especially as recruited under a land-based system.
  2. (history) A soldier in a mainly Arab-recruited cavalry (originally horse, later light armored) regiment in French colonial service in (former/ in name still) Ottoman North African provinces

Words that rhyme with spahi

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

faheylahaiemcgaheemcgaheyvahey

Related words

spaheesipahispahbedtimarmustahfizpashawkavassseraskier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spahi"?▾

"Spahi" has 2 syllables: spah · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "spahi"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spahi" is /ˈspɑːhiː/.

What does "spahi" mean?▾

Spahi: (history) An Ottoman (Turkish empire) cavalryman, especially as recruited under a land-based system.

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