How to Pronounce Bowstring

To pronounce "bowstring", say BOWSTR-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbəʊstɹɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈbəʊstɹɪŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bowstring”

"bowstring" has 2 syllables: bowstr-ing. It rhymes with bowstrung, if that helps it stick.

What does bowstring mean?

noun

  1. The string of an archer's bow.
  2. The string of an archer's bow, as used by the Turks for strangling offenders.

verb

  1. To strangle with a bowstring.

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Words that rhyme with bowstring

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bowstrung

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bowstring"?▾

"Bowstring" has 2 syllables: bowstr · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "bowstring"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bowstring" is /ˈbəʊstɹɪŋ/.

What does "bowstring" mean?▾

Bowstring: The string of an archer's bow.

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