How to Pronounce Arquebus

To pronounce "arquebus", say ARQ-ueb-us — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɑː.kwɨ.bəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

arquebus

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɑː.kwɨ.bəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “arquebus”

"arquebus" has 3 syllables: arq-ueb-us. It rhymes with harquebus, if that helps it stick.

What does arquebus mean?

verb

  1. To shoot with an arquebus.

noun

  1. An obsolete matchlock firearm.
  2. A portable gun, varying in size from a small cannon to a musket. When used in the field it was supported upon a tripod or trestle.

Words that rhyme with arquebus

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harquebus

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arquebus"?▾

"Arquebus" has 3 syllables: arq · ueb · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "arquebus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "arquebus" is /ˈɑː.kwɨ.bəs/.

What does "arquebus" mean?▾

Arquebus: To shoot with an arquebus.

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