How to Pronounce Eyewitness

To pronounce "eyewitness", say EY-ew-itn-ess — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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10

Letters

EY-ew-itn-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “eyewitness”

"eyewitness" has 4 syllables: ey-ew-itn-ess. It rhymes with fitness and witness, if that helps it stick.

What does eyewitness mean?

noun

  1. Someone who sees an event and can report or testify about it.

verb

  1. To be present at an event, and see it

Words that rhyme with eyewitness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fitnesswitness

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eyewitness"?▾

"Eyewitness" has 4 syllables: ey · ew · itn · ess.

What does "eyewitness" mean?▾

Eyewitness: Someone who sees an event and can report or testify about it.

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