How to Pronounce Vol-au-vent

To pronounce "vol-au-vent", say VOL-auv-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /vɒl.əˈvɒnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/vɒl.əˈvɒnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vol-au-vent”

"vol-au-vent" has 3 syllables: vol-auv-ent.

What does vol-au-vent mean?

noun

  1. A small circular piece of puff pastry with a hole for various fillings, such as mushrooms, prawns, fruit, cheese, etc.

Related words

profiterolepithivierinvoltinoinvoltini

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vol-au-vent"?▾

"Vol-au-vent" has 3 syllables: vol · auv · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "vol-au-vent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vol-au-vent" is /vɒl.əˈvɒnt/.

What does "vol-au-vent" mean?▾

Vol-au-vent: A small circular piece of puff pastry with a hole for various fillings, such as mushrooms, prawns, fruit, cheese, etc.

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