How to Pronounce Death's-head

To pronounce "death's-head", say DEATHSH-ead — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DEATHSH-ead

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"death's-head" has 2 syllables: deathsh-ead.

What does death's-head mean?

noun

  1. A human skull, as symbol of death.
  2. A kind of hawk moth with pale markings on the back of the thorax somewhat like a skull.

Related words

skullskeletonassassinationbereavementcasualtiesdeaddeathsdecease

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How many syllables are in "death's-head"?▾

"Death's-head" has 2 syllables: deathsh · ead.

What does "death's-head" mean?▾

Death's-head: A human skull, as symbol of death.

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