How to pronounce pilaster
Say it like pih-LAS-ter. Pilaster has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAS).
- pih
- LAS
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pilaster pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- pihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- LASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of pilaster
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: pih-LAS-tuh.
What does pilaster mean?
- A rectangular column that projects partially from the wall to which it is attached; it gives the appearance of a support, but is only for decoration.
- A column or short wing wall attached to the foundation wall which provides lateral support, or to support a vertical load that does not fall on the foundation wall.
Where does pilaster come from?
From Middle French pilastre, from Italian pilastro.
Words that rhyme with pilaster
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of pilaster.
Questions about saying pilaster
How do you pronounce pilaster?
Say pih-LAS-ter. The American pronunciation is /pɪˈlæstɚ/. In British English it is /pɪˈlæstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pilaster?
Pilaster has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAS). Broken into parts: pih · LAS · ter.
Is pilaster pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /pɪˈlæstə/ (pih-LAS-tuh).