How to Pronounce Triathlon

To pronounce "triathlon", say TRIATHL-on — 2 syllables, IPA /tɹaɪˈæθlɒn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/tɹaɪˈæθlɒn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “triathlon”

"triathlon" has 2 syllables: triathl-on. It rhymes with pentathlon and athlon, if that helps it stick.

What does triathlon mean?

noun

  1. An athletics event in which contestants compete in swimming, cycling and running in turn.
  2. A former Olympic athletics event in which contestants compete in long jump, shot put, and 100-yard dash.

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Words that rhyme with triathlon

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pentathlonathlon

Related words

eventduathlontriathalonquadrathlonaquathlontetrathlonironmanparatriathlon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "triathlon"?▾

"Triathlon" has 2 syllables: triathl · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "triathlon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "triathlon" is /tɹaɪˈæθlɒn/.

What does "triathlon" mean?▾

Triathlon: An athletics event in which contestants compete in swimming, cycling and running in turn.

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