How to Pronounce Handshake

To pronounce "handshake", say HANDSH-ak-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

HANDSH-ak-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “handshake”

"handshake" has 3 syllables: handsh-ak-e. It rhymes with break and opaque, if that helps it stick.

What does handshake mean?

noun

  1. The grasping of hands by two people when greeting, leave-taking, or making an agreement.
  2. An exchange of signals between two devices when communications begin in order to ensure synchronization.

verb

  1. To perform a handshake; to shake hands.
  2. To perform a handshake with another device.

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Words that rhyme with handshake

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

breakopaqueforsakeacheslakeheartachetakemakeundertakeshakefakekeepsake

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "handshake"?▾

"Handshake" has 3 syllables: handsh · ak · e.

What does "handshake" mean?▾

Handshake: The grasping of hands by two people when greeting, leave-taking, or making an agreement.

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