How to Pronounce Half-length

To pronounce "half-length", say HALFL-ength — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

11

Letters

HALFL-ength

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💡 Tip for remembering “half-length”

"half-length" has 2 syllables: halfl-ength.

What does half-length mean?

noun

  1. Half the length of a horse.
  2. A portrait or photograph that depicts only the upper half of the subject.

adjective

  1. Half the normal length.
  2. Of a portrait or photograph: depicting only the upper half of the subject.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "half-length"?▾

"Half-length" has 2 syllables: halfl · ength.

What does "half-length" mean?▾

Half-length: Half the length of a horse.

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