How to Pronounce “cabernet”
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- American (US)
- /ˌkæbərˈneɪ/
- British (UK)
- /ˌkæbəˈneɪ/
What “cabernet” means
noun — Cabernet Sauvignon, a wine.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “cabernet” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkæbərˈneɪ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
An unstressed vowel reduces to schwa. /ˌkæbərˈneɪ/ contains a schwa /ə/ — the short, neutral “uh” that English unstressed syllables collapse into. Saying /ə/ there, instead of the vowel the spelling suggests, is most of what makes the word sound native.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "cabernet" mean?
cabernet (noun): Cabernet Sauvignon, a wine.
How do you pronounce "cabernet" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˌkæbərˈneɪ/. British English: /ˌkæbəˈneɪ/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "cabernet"?
/ˌkæbərˈneɪ/ in American English, /ˌkæbəˈneɪ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "cabernet"?
“cabernet” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkæbərˈneɪ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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