How to Pronounce Trebuchet

To pronounce "trebuchet", say TREB-uch-et — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹɛb.ju.ʃeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈtɹɛb.ju.ʃeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trebuchet”

"trebuchet" has 3 syllables: treb-uch-et.

What does trebuchet mean?

noun

  1. A medieval siege engine consisting of a large pivoting arm heavily weighted on one end.

    “Medieval trebuchets are said to have been capable of launching 90kg projectiles over distances of more than 300 meters, making them more powerful than most pre-modern types of catapult.”

  2. A torture device for dunking suspected witches by means of a chair attached to the end of a long pole.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trebuchet"?▾

"Trebuchet" has 3 syllables: treb · uch · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "trebuchet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trebuchet" is /ˈtɹɛb.ju.ʃeɪ/.

What does "trebuchet" mean?▾

Trebuchet: A medieval siege engine consisting of a large pivoting arm heavily weighted on one end.

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