How to Pronounce Handgun

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

HANDG-un

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💡 Tip for remembering “handgun”

"handgun" has 2 syllables: handg-un. It rhymes with run and shun, if that helps it stick.

What does handgun mean?

noun

  1. A small gun with a relatively short barrel, designed to be held and operated with a single hand.

Synonyms

pistol

Words that rhyme with handgun

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

runshunstunonesundungunfunhomespunoverdonedoneoverrun

Related words

pistolgunsidearmrevolvershotgungunpointweaponlug

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "handgun"?▾

"Handgun" has 2 syllables: handg · un.

What does "handgun" mean?▾

Handgun: A small gun with a relatively short barrel, designed to be held and operated with a single hand.

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