How to pronounce caban
Say it like KAY-bun. Caban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
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- KAY
- bun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caban pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- bunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of caban
American and British speakers say caban in essentially the same way: /ˈkeɪbən/ in the US and /ˈkeɪbən/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAY-bun.
What does caban mean?
- A grain measure equal to 3.47 cubic feet, used in the Philippine Islands.
Questions about saying caban
How do you pronounce caban?
Say KAY-bun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪbən/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪbən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caban?
Caban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · bun.
Do Americans and Brits say caban the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkeɪbən/ and the British form is /ˈkeɪbən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.