How to Pronounce Flashpoint

To pronounce "flashpoint", say FLASHP-oint — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

FLASHP-oint

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💡 Tip for remembering “flashpoint”

"flashpoint" has 2 syllables: flashp-oint. It rhymes with point and joint, if that helps it stick.

What does flashpoint mean?

noun

  1. The lowest temperature at which a liquid can form an ignitable mixture in air near the surface of the liquid.
  2. A hotspot; a dangerous place of violent political unrest

Synonyms

hotspottroublespot

Words that rhyme with flashpoint

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pointjointpinpointviewpointappointcounterpointstandpointdisjointdisappoint

Related words

lightningburningminefieldpeakheightflashkeghotspot

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flashpoint"?▾

"Flashpoint" has 2 syllables: flashp · oint.

What does "flashpoint" mean?▾

Flashpoint: The lowest temperature at which a liquid can form an ignitable mixture in air near the surface of the liquid.

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