How to Pronounce Backstretch

To pronounce "backstretch", say BACKSTR-etch — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbækstɹɛtʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈbækstɹɛtʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “backstretch”

"backstretch" has 2 syllables: backstr-etch.

What does backstretch mean?

noun

  1. The straight part of a racetrack, running track, etc., opposite the finishing line; the backstretch.

    “He got boxed in amongst four African runners in the back straight of the last lap, and was only able to get out into the clear coming into the home straight.”

noun

  1. An area next to a racetrack used to stable the racehorses and house employees.
  2. The middle part of an event.

Synonyms

backstretchback straight

Antonyms

frontstretchhome stretchhomestretch

Related words

stretchhomestretchbackstraightawaybackbendbackcasttrackoutback

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "backstretch"?▾

"Backstretch" has 2 syllables: backstr · etch.

What is the IPA transcription of "backstretch"?▾

The IPA transcription of "backstretch" is /ˈbækstɹɛtʃ/.

What does "backstretch" mean?▾

Backstretch: The straight part of a racetrack, running track, etc., opposite the finishing line; the backstretch.

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