How to Pronounce Alpenglow

To pronounce "alpenglow", say ALP-engl-ow — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈal.pən.ɡləʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈal.pən.ɡləʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alpenglow”

"alpenglow" has 3 syllables: alp-engl-ow.

What does alpenglow mean?

noun

  1. A rosy or reddish glow seen during sunset or sunrise on the summits of mountains, especially snow-covered mountains on the opposite side of the sun.

Related words

aspenglowafterglowsunrisesnowlightafterlightsunsetsubsummit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alpenglow"?▾

"Alpenglow" has 3 syllables: alp · engl · ow.

What is the IPA transcription of "alpenglow"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alpenglow" is /ˈal.pən.ɡləʊ/.

What does "alpenglow" mean?▾

Alpenglow: A rosy or reddish glow seen during sunset or sunrise on the summits of mountains, especially snow-covered mountains on the opposite side of the sun.

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