How to Pronounce Blue-stocking

To pronounce "blue-stocking", say BLUEST-ock-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

13

Letters

BLUEST-ock-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “blue-stocking”

"blue-stocking" has 3 syllables: bluest-ock-ing.

What does blue-stocking mean?

noun

  1. A scholarly, literary, or cultured woman.
  2. A member of the 18th-century Blue Stockings Society

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blue-stocking"?▾

"Blue-stocking" has 3 syllables: bluest · ock · ing.

What does "blue-stocking" mean?▾

Blue-stocking: A scholarly, literary, or cultured woman.

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