To pronounce "backswing", say BACKSW-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"backswing" has 2 syllables: backsw-ing. It rhymes with waxwing, if that helps it stick.
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"Backswing" has 2 syllables: backsw · ing.
Backswing: The preparatory stroke preceding that which produces contact with the target. Normally associated with sports using an implement such as a bat, club, racket or stick.
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