How to Pronounce Backdown

To pronounce "backdown", say BACKD-own — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

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Letters

BACKD-own

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💡 Tip for remembering “backdown”

"backdown" has 2 syllables: backd-own.

What does backdown mean?

noun

  1. An act of backing down; a retraction or withdrawal.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "backdown"?▾

"Backdown" has 2 syllables: backd · own.

What does "backdown" mean?▾

Backdown: An act of backing down; a retraction or withdrawal.

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