How to Pronounce Triphthong

To pronounce "triphthong", say TRIPHTH-ong — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹɪfθɒŋ(ɡ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈtɹɪfθɒŋ(ɡ)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “triphthong”

"triphthong" has 2 syllables: triphth-ong.

What does triphthong mean?

noun

  1. A monosyllabic vowel combination usually involving a quick but smooth movement from one vowel to another that passes over a third one.

Related words

tetraphthongpentaphthongtrissyllabletrisyllabletriphonetriconsonantaltrisyllabictrisyllabicity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "triphthong"?▾

"Triphthong" has 2 syllables: triphth · ong.

What is the IPA transcription of "triphthong"?▾

The IPA transcription of "triphthong" is /ˈtɹɪfθɒŋ(ɡ)/.

What does "triphthong" mean?▾

Triphthong: A monosyllabic vowel combination usually involving a quick but smooth movement from one vowel to another that passes over a third one.

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