How to Pronounce Bowline

To pronounce "bowline", say BOWL-in-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

7

Letters

BOWL-in-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “bowline”

"bowline" has 3 syllables: bowl-in-e. It rhymes with towline and proline, if that helps it stick.

What does bowline mean?

noun

  1. A knot tied so as to produce an eye or loop in the end of a rope; it will not slip or jam

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Words that rhyme with bowline

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towlineproline

Related words

tautbolinbuntlineleeboardleefanglatching

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bowline"?▾

"Bowline" has 3 syllables: bowl · in · e.

What does "bowline" mean?▾

Bowline: A knot tied so as to produce an eye or loop in the end of a rope; it will not slip or jam

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