How to Pronounce Drawbridge

To pronounce "drawbridge", say DRAWBR-idg-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɹɔːbɹɪdʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈdɹɔːbɹɪdʒ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “drawbridge

"drawbridge" has 3 syllables: drawbr-idg-e. It rhymes with bridge and ridge, if that helps it stick.

What does drawbridge mean?

noun

  1. A hinged bridge which can be raised (to prevent its being crossed, as across a moat, or to allow watercraft to travel beneath it).

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How many syllables are in "drawbridge"?

"Drawbridge" has 3 syllables: drawbr · idg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "drawbridge"?

The IPA transcription of "drawbridge" is /ˈdɹɔːbɹɪdʒ/.

What does "drawbridge" mean?

Drawbridge: A hinged bridge which can be raised (to prevent its being crossed, as across a moat, or to allow watercraft to travel beneath it).

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