How to pronounce satin
Say it like SAT-un. Satin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAT).
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- SAT
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Satin pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of satin
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SAT-in.
What does satin mean?
- A cloth woven from silk, nylon or polyester with a glossy surface and a dull back. (The same weaving technique applied to cotton produces cloth termed sateen).
- Semigloss.“satin paint”
- To make (paper, silver, etc.) smooth and glossy like satin.
Words that rhyme with satin
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of satin.
Questions about saying satin
How do you pronounce satin?
Say SAT-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈsætən/. In British English it is /ˈsætɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in satin?
Satin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAT). Broken into parts: SAT · un.
Is satin pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈsætɪn/ (SAT-in).