How to Pronounce Blacksmith

To pronounce "blacksmith", say BLACKSM-ith — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈblæk.smɪθ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈblæk.smɪθ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blacksmith”

"blacksmith" has 2 syllables: blacksm-ith. It rhymes with pith and forthwith, if that helps it stick.

What does blacksmith mean?

noun

  1. A person who forges iron.
  2. A person who shoes horses.

verb

  1. To work as a blacksmith.

Synonyms

farrierironsmith

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Words that rhyme with blacksmith

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pithforthwithwrithemythscythewithgrithwitheherewithlocksmithwordsmithbrith

Related words

smithshoerdukeperfectmourningmetalworkermetalsmithironsmith

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blacksmith"?▾

"Blacksmith" has 2 syllables: blacksm · ith.

What is the IPA transcription of "blacksmith"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blacksmith" is /ˈblæk.smɪθ/.

What does "blacksmith" mean?▾

Blacksmith: A person who forges iron.

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