How to Pronounce Elbowed

To pronounce "elbowed", say ELB-ow-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛlbəʊd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɛlbəʊd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “elbowed”

"elbowed" has 3 syllables: elb-ow-ed. It rhymes with goad and abode, if that helps it stick.

What does elbowed mean?

verb

  1. To push with the elbow.

    “He elbowed his way through the crowd.”

  2. (by extension) To nudge, jostle or push.

adjective

  1. Having bends or corners.
  2. (in combination) Having some specific type of elbow

Words that rhyme with elbowed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

goadabodeloadbestowedmodeodeerodecorrodeforebodeexploderoadimplode

Related words

cubituselbowycrookedbowbentbentrecurvedbendy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "elbowed"?▾

"Elbowed" has 3 syllables: elb · ow · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "elbowed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "elbowed" is /ˈɛlbəʊd/.

What does "elbowed" mean?▾

Elbowed: To push with the elbow.

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