How to Pronounce Dunderhead

To pronounce "dunderhead", say DUND-erh-ead — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

DUND-erh-ead

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💡 Tip for remembering “dunderhead”

"dunderhead" has 3 syllables: dund-erh-ead.

What does dunderhead mean?

noun

  1. (somewhat obsolete) A stupid person; a dunce.

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How many syllables are in "dunderhead"?▾

"Dunderhead" has 3 syllables: dund · erh · ead.

What does "dunderhead" mean?▾

Dunderhead: (somewhat obsolete) A stupid person; a dunce.

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