How to Pronounce Vedette

To pronounce "vedette", say VED-ett-e — 3 syllables, IPA /vəˈdɛt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/vəˈdɛt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vedette”

"vedette" has 3 syllables: ved-ett-e. It rhymes with epithet and set, if that helps it stick.

What does vedette mean?

noun

  1. A sentinel, usually on horseback, stationed on the outpost of an army, to watch an enemy and give notice of danger.

Words that rhyme with vedette

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

epithetsetsobriquetoffsetfretwetyetabetparapetvignetteonsetbeset

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vedette"?▾

"Vedette" has 3 syllables: ved · ett · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "vedette"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vedette" is /vəˈdɛt/.

What does "vedette" mean?▾

Vedette: A sentinel, usually on horseback, stationed on the outpost of an army, to watch an enemy and give notice of danger.

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