How to Pronounce Dragline

To pronounce "dragline", say DRAGL-in-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɹæɡlaɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdɹæɡlaɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dragline”

"dragline" has 3 syllables: dragl-in-e. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

What does dragline mean?

noun

  1. A cable, cord, or rope used to drag an object; specifically, the line of a dragline excavator that drags the bucket.
  2. Short for dragline excavator.

Words that rhyme with dragline

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

saccharinemalignasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinelinefineoutlineundermine

Related words

excavatordragropedragdraggerdragboatdrag-boatderrickgo-devil

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dragline"?▾

"Dragline" has 3 syllables: dragl · in · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dragline"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dragline" is /ˈdɹæɡlaɪn/.

What does "dragline" mean?▾

Dragline: A cable, cord, or rope used to drag an object; specifically, the line of a dragline excavator that drags the bucket.

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