To pronounce "back-comb", say BACKC-omb — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
back-comb
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BACKC-omb
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"back-comb" has 2 syllables: backc-omb.
verb
"Back-comb" has 2 syllables: backc · omb.
Back-comb: To hold hair and comb it towards the head, thus giving it a bushier look; tease.
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