How to Pronounce Hammerlock

To pronounce "hammerlock", say HAMM-erl-ock — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

HAMM-erl-ock

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💡 Tip for remembering “hammerlock”

"hammerlock" has 3 syllables: hamm-erl-ock. It rhymes with gawk and stock, if that helps it stick.

What does hammerlock mean?

noun

  1. A hold, in wrestling, in which an opponent's arm is twisted up behind his back; an armlock

Words that rhyme with hammerlock

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gawkstockcockstalkshockblocksquawkmockbaulkknockhawkflock

Related words

handlockarmlocknelsonnecklockleglocktaglockhindlockbacklock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hammerlock"?▾

"Hammerlock" has 3 syllables: hamm · erl · ock.

What does "hammerlock" mean?▾

Hammerlock: A hold, in wrestling, in which an opponent's arm is twisted up behind his back; an armlock

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