How to Pronounce Downwind

To pronounce "downwind", say DOWNW-ind — 2 syllables, IPA /ˌdaʊnˈwɪnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˌdaʊnˈwɪnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “downwind”

"downwind" has 2 syllables: downw-ind. It rhymes with chagrined and rescind, if that helps it stick.

What does downwind mean?

adverb

  1. In the same direction as the wind is blowing
  2. (+ from) positioned relative to something in such a way that it can be smelled in the wind

Synonyms

leeward

Antonyms

upwindwindward

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Words that rhyme with downwind

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chagrinedrescindwindwhirlwindgrinnedskinnedheadwindunderpinnedtinnedweekendwoodwindthinned

Related words

windwardleewardleeupwindwindywindupstreamdownstream

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "downwind"?▾

"Downwind" has 2 syllables: downw · ind.

What is the IPA transcription of "downwind"?▾

The IPA transcription of "downwind" is /ˌdaʊnˈwɪnd/.

What does "downwind" mean?▾

Downwind: In the same direction as the wind is blowing

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