How to Pronounce Halfback

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

HALFB-ack

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💡 Tip for remembering “halfback”

"halfback" has 2 syllables: halfb-ack. It rhymes with crack and slack, if that helps it stick.

What does halfback mean?

noun

  1. (field sports) Any of various positions on the field of play between the forwards and the fullbacks.
  2. (field sports) A player who occupies one of these positions.

verb

  1. To play in the position of halfback.

Words that rhyme with halfback

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

fullbackfull-backbackfielderbackfieldquarterbacktailbackhalf-backthree-quarter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "halfback"?▾

"Halfback" has 2 syllables: halfb · ack.

What does "halfback" mean?▾

Halfback: (field sports) Any of various positions on the field of play between the forwards and the fullbacks.

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