To pronounce "barbwire", say BARBW-ir-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"barbwire" has 3 syllables: barbw-ir-e.
noun
"Barbwire" has 3 syllables: barbw · ir · e.
Barbwire: Twisted strands of steel wire, often coated with zinc, having barbs evenly spaced along them; used to construct agricultural and military fences.
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