How to pronounce kaftan
Say it like KAF-tan. Kaftan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAF).
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- KAF
- tan
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kaftan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tanKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of kaftan
American and British speakers say kaftan in essentially the same way: /ˈkæftæn/ in the US and /ˈkæftæn/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAF-tan.
What does kaftan mean?
- A long tunic worn in the Eastern Mediterranean.
- A long dress or shirt similar in style to those worn in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Questions about saying kaftan
How do you pronounce kaftan?
Say KAF-tan. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæftæn/. In British English it is /ˈkæftæn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kaftan?
Kaftan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAF). Broken into parts: KAF · tan.
Do Americans and Brits say kaftan the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkæftæn/ and the British form is /ˈkæftæn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.