How to Pronounce Blockhole

To pronounce "blockhole", say BLOCKH-ol-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

BLOCKH-ol-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “blockhole”

"blockhole" has 3 syllables: blockh-ol-e.

What does blockhole mean?

noun

  1. A small depression in the pitch caused by batsmen tapping their bats on the point where they have taken block.
  2. (by extension) The approximate place where the toe of the bat touches the pitch when a batsman is taking guard.

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How many syllables are in "blockhole"?▾

"Blockhole" has 3 syllables: blockh · ol · e.

What does "blockhole" mean?▾

Blockhole: A small depression in the pitch caused by batsmen tapping their bats on the point where they have taken block.

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