How to pronounce Hindustan
Say it like HIN-doos-tan. Hindustan has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIN).
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- HIN
- doos
- tan
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hindustan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- doosKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tanGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of Hindustan
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: HIN-dyoos-tan.
What does Hindustan mean?
- India (Republic of India).
- The entire region of the Indian subcontinent.
Questions about saying Hindustan
How do you pronounce Hindustan?
Say HIN-doos-tan. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɪndusˌtæn/. In British English it is /ˈhɪndjuːsˌtæn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Hindustan?
Hindustan has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIN). Broken into parts: HIN · doos · tan.
Is Hindustan pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈhɪndjuːsˌtæn/ (HIN-dyoos-tan).