How to Pronounce Elbows

To pronounce "elbows", say ELB-ows — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛl.bəʊz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɛl.bəʊz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “elbows”

"elbows" has 2 syllables: elb-ows. It rhymes with repose and close, if that helps it stick.

What does elbows mean?

noun

  1. The joint between the upper arm and the forearm.
  2. (by extension) Any turn or bend like that of the elbow, in a wall, building, coastline, etc.; an angular or jointed part of any structure, such as the raised arm of a chair or sofa, or a short pipe fitting, turning at an angle or bent.

    “the sides of windows, where the jamb makes an elbow with the window back”

verb

  1. To push with the elbow.

    “He elbowed his way through the crowd.”

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

Words that rhyme with elbows

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reposeclosecomposeposeimposeexposeopposejuxtaposedisclosedeposeproposeinterpose

Related words

cubitusbendscubitsjabsnudgesjointsangles

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "elbows"?▾

"Elbows" has 2 syllables: elb · ows.

What is the IPA transcription of "elbows"?▾

The IPA transcription of "elbows" is /ˈɛl.bəʊz/.

What does "elbows" mean?▾

Elbows: The joint between the upper arm and the forearm.

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