To pronounce "hairspring", say HAIRSPR-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"hairspring" has 2 syllables: hairspr-ing.
noun
"Hairspring" has 2 syllables: hairspr · ing.
Hairspring: A spring, made of a coil of fine wire, that is used to regulate the movement of a balance wheel in a watch.
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