How to Pronounce Half-mast

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

HALFM-ast

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💡 Tip for remembering “half-mast”

"half-mast" has 2 syllables: halfm-ast.

What does half-mast mean?

noun

  1. The lowered position, half the height of a mast, at which a flag is flown when mourning, especially expressing respect for the dead.
  2. (by extension) The lowered position of any thing.

Synonyms

half-staffsemi

Related words

middlemastmizzen-mastmizzenmastmizzenhalf-mourningmizenmastforemastmasthead

Frequently asked questions

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

"Half-mast" has 2 syllables: halfm · ast.

What does "half-mast" mean?▾

Half-mast: The lowered position, half the height of a mast, at which a flag is flown when mourning, especially expressing respect for the dead.

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