How to Pronounce "canteen"
word
/kænˈtin/
kan-TEEN
/kɑːntˈiːn/
kahn-TEEN
Definition
A canteen is a place within a school, office, or other institution where you can buy and eat meals. It can also mean a container for carrying water, especially on trips or in the military.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kænˈtin/
British English
/kɑːntˈiːn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kan-TEEN
UK
kahn-TEEN
Listen in Context
I eat lunch in the canteen every day.
The soldiers filled their canteen with water.
Our school canteen is big and clean.
Let’s grab a coffee in the canteen before the meeting.