How to Pronounce Beachhead

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

BEACHH-ead

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💡 Tip for remembering “beachhead”

"beachhead" has 2 syllables: beachh-ead. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does beachhead mean?

noun

  1. An area of hostile territory (especially on a beach) that, when captured, serves for the continuous landing (or movement into position) of further troops and material
  2. (by extension) An initial success that ensures the possibility of further advances in a project; a foothold.

Words that rhyme with beachhead

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

bridgeheadfootholdcrossingspearheadstartbeginningpassagenormandy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beachhead"?▾

"Beachhead" has 2 syllables: beachh · ead.

What does "beachhead" mean?▾

Beachhead: An area of hostile territory (especially on a beach) that, when captured, serves for the continuous landing (or movement into position) of further troops and material

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