How to Pronounce Hamstrung

To pronounce "hamstrung", say HAMSTR-ung — 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

HAMSTR-ung

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💡 Tip for remembering “hamstrung”

"hamstrung" has 2 syllables: hamstr-ung.

What does hamstrung mean?

verb

  1. To lame or disable by cutting the tendons of the ham or knee; to hough.
  2. To cripple; to incapacitate; to disable.

adjective

  1. Restricted as if by being crippled with a hamstring.

Synonyms

crippledisableincapacitatehockhoughhox

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hamstrung"?▾

"Hamstrung" has 2 syllables: hamstr · ung.

What does "hamstrung" mean?▾

Hamstrung: To lame or disable by cutting the tendons of the ham or knee; to hough.

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