How to Pronounce Waistcoat

To pronounce "waistcoat", say WAISTC-oat — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈweɪs(t)kəʊt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈweɪs(t)kəʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “waistcoat”

"waistcoat" has 2 syllables: waistc-oat.

What does waistcoat mean?

noun

  1. An ornamental garment worn under a doublet.
  2. A sleeveless, collarless garment worn over a shirt and under a suit jacket.

Synonyms

vest

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Related words

vestwastecoatdoubletwaistcoateergiletpetticoatstrait-waistcoatsmallcoat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "waistcoat"?▾

"Waistcoat" has 2 syllables: waistc · oat.

What is the IPA transcription of "waistcoat"?▾

The IPA transcription of "waistcoat" is /ˈweɪs(t)kəʊt/.

What does "waistcoat" mean?▾

Waistcoat: An ornamental garment worn under a doublet.

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