To pronounce "bonehead", say BON-eh-ead — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"bonehead" has 3 syllables: bon-eh-ead. It rhymes with conehead, if that helps it stick.
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"Bonehead" has 3 syllables: bon · eh · ead.
Bonehead: Someone who is stubborn, thick-skulled, or stupid.
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