How to Pronounce Ass-backwards

To pronounce "ass-backwards", say ASSB-ackw-ards — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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ASSB-ackw-ards

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"ass-backwards" has 3 syllables: assb-ackw-ards.

What does ass-backwards mean?

adjective

  1. Oriented backwards, particularly after a mishap.

    “The car spun out of control and I ended up ass-backwards in a ditch.”

  2. Hopelessly misguided; contrary to what is normal, expected, or logical; having taken the utterly wrong choice.

    “No wonder it doesn't work. The whole design is ass-backwards.”

adverb

  1. Moving backwards, that is, rear end first.
  2. In a hopelessly misguided manner; in a manner contrary to what is normal, expected, or logical.

    “They did the whole design ass-backwards. No wonder it doesn't work.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ass-backwards"?▾

"Ass-backwards" has 3 syllables: assb · ackw · ards.

What does "ass-backwards" mean?▾

Ass-backwards: Oriented backwards, particularly after a mishap.

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