How to pronounce kanon
Say it like KAY-nun. Kanon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce kanon. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- KAY
- nun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kanon 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.
- nunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kanon
American and British speakers say kanon in essentially the same way: /ˈkeɪnən/ in the US and /ˈkeɪnən/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAY-nun.
What does kanon mean?
- Synonym of monochord (used mainly in reference to ancient Greek music)
- Synonym of qanun (used mainly in reference to Armenian music)
Questions about saying kanon
How do you pronounce kanon?
Say KAY-nun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪnən/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪnən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kanon?
Kanon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · nun.
Do Americans and Brits say kanon the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkeɪnən/ and the British form is /ˈkeɪnən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.