How to pronounce dustpan
Say it like DUHST-pan. Dustpan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHST).
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- DUHST
- pan
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dustpan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- panKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of dustpan
American and British speakers say dustpan in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌstpæn/ in the US and /ˈdʌstpæn/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHST-pan.
What does dustpan mean?
- A flat scoop with a handle, into which dust, dirt and other material is conveyed with a brush or broom.
Where does dustpan come from?
From dust + pan.
Questions about saying dustpan
How do you pronounce dustpan?
Say DUHST-pan. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌstpæn/. In British English it is /ˈdʌstpæn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dustpan?
Dustpan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHST). Broken into parts: DUHST · pan.
Do Americans and Brits say dustpan the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌstpæn/ and the British form is /ˈdʌstpæn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.