How to Pronounce Truncheon

To pronounce "truncheon", say TRUNCH-eon — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹʌntʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈtɹʌntʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “truncheon”

"truncheon" has 2 syllables: trunch-eon. It rhymes with luncheon and puncheon, if that helps it stick.

What does truncheon mean?

noun

  1. A fragment or piece broken off from something, especially a broken-off piece of a spear or lance.
  2. The shaft of a spear.

verb

  1. To strike with a truncheon.

Words that rhyme with truncheon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

luncheonpuncheonnunchionscuncheonchin-chinpunchin

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "truncheon"?▾

"Truncheon" has 2 syllables: trunch · eon.

What is the IPA transcription of "truncheon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "truncheon" is /ˈtɹʌntʃən/.

What does "truncheon" mean?▾

Truncheon: A fragment or piece broken off from something, especially a broken-off piece of a spear or lance.

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