How to Pronounce Buttonholer

To pronounce "buttonholer", say BUTT-onh-ol-er — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

BUTT-onh-ol-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “buttonholer”

"buttonholer" has 4 syllables: butt-onh-ol-er.

What does buttonholer mean?

noun

  1. One who detains somebody in conversation against their will.
  2. An attachment for a sewing machine which automates the side-to-side and forward-and-backward motions involved in sewing a buttonhole.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buttonholer"?▾

"Buttonholer" has 4 syllables: butt · onh · ol · er.

What does "buttonholer" mean?▾

Buttonholer: One who detains somebody in conversation against their will.

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