How to Pronounce Handmaiden

To pronounce "handmaiden", say HANDM-aid-en — 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

HANDM-aid-en

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💡 Tip for remembering “handmaiden”

"handmaiden" has 3 syllables: handm-aid-en.

What does handmaiden mean?

noun

  1. A maid that waits at hand; a female servant or attendant.

Related words

handmaidservanthandmaidenhoodhousemaidenmaidenwomanservantwoman-born-womanmaid

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How many syllables are in "handmaiden"?▾

"Handmaiden" has 3 syllables: handm · aid · en.

What does "handmaiden" mean?▾

Handmaiden: A maid that waits at hand; a female servant or attendant.

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