English Word · Advanced
phaeton
A light four-wheeled carriage
Pronunciation: /ˈfeɪ.ɪtən/
Meaning
A light horse-drawn carriage with four wheels, often open or fitted with a folding top.
Example
The museum displayed a phaeton beside its other horse-drawn carriages.
The museum displayed a phaeton beside its other horse-drawn carriages.
Practice tips
- Practice phaeton out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.