How to Pronounce Buckthorn

To pronounce "buckthorn", say BUCKTH-orn — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

BUCKTH-orn

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💡 Tip for remembering “buckthorn”

"buckthorn" has 2 syllables: buckth-orn. It rhymes with forlorn and scorn, if that helps it stick.

What does buckthorn mean?

noun

  1. Any of several, often thorny shrubs or small trees, especially

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Words that rhyme with buckthorn

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forlornscornadornhornswornunicornmournporntornwornshoehornlowborn

Related words

ribwortribgrassripple-grassthornbushhawthornthornbramble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buckthorn"?▾

"Buckthorn" has 2 syllables: buckth · orn.

What does "buckthorn" mean?▾

Buckthorn: Any of several, often thorny shrubs or small trees, especially

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