How to Pronounce Blowholes

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

BLOWH-ol-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “blowholes”

"blowholes" has 3 syllables: blowh-ol-es. It rhymes with soles and extols, if that helps it stick.

What does blowholes mean?

noun

  1. The spiracle, on the top of the head, through which cetaceans breathe.
  2. A vent for the escape of gas.

verb

  1. To fill or be filled with air in an unintended cavity.

Words that rhyme with blowholes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

solesextolsknollsgoalssoulsprolesfumarolesbowlscontrolsmolescoalsconsoles

Related words

ventholeventopeningsventsspiraclesnematocystsrillslanternfish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blowholes"?▾

"Blowholes" has 3 syllables: blowh · ol · es.

What does "blowholes" mean?▾

Blowholes: The spiracle, on the top of the head, through which cetaceans breathe.

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