How to Pronounce Broadsword

To pronounce "broadsword", say BROADSW-ord — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɹɔːd.sɔːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈbɹɔːd.sɔːd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “broadsword”

"broadsword" has 2 syllables: broadsw-ord. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

What does broadsword mean?

noun

(history) A type of early modern sword that has a broad double-edged blade for cutting (as opposed to the more slender thrust-oriented rapier) and a basket hilt.
A person armed with such a sword.

noun

Any type of sword that is comparatively long; depending on context, applied to swords of the Bronze Age, Migration period, Viking Age and Renaissance era.
A European sword with a long, straight double-edged blade, a cruciform hilt, and a grip for two-handed use; prevalent from the 14th to 16th centuries.

Synonyms

bastard sword broadsword greatsword

Words that rhyme with broadsword

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "broadsword"?▾

"Broadsword" has 2 syllables: broadsw · ord.

What is the IPA transcription of "broadsword"?▾

The IPA transcription of "broadsword" is /ˈbɹɔːd.sɔːd/.

What does "broadsword" mean?▾

Broadsword: (history) A type of early modern sword that has a broad double-edged blade for cutting (as opposed to the more slender thrust-oriented rapier) and a basket hilt.

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