How to Pronounce Hard-line

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

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3

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9

Letters

HARDL-in-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “hard-line”

"hard-line" has 3 syllables: hardl-in-e.

What does hard-line mean?

adjective

  1. Uncompromising; rigidly holding to a set of beliefs

    “Smith's hardline approach to drugs gained him the support of many local citizens.”

  2. Belonging to a hardline

    “hardline product”

Related words

hardlinerhard-corehardrigidstiffdrasticausteretough

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How many syllables are in "hard-line"?▾

"Hard-line" has 3 syllables: hardl · in · e.

What does "hard-line" mean?▾

Hard-line: Uncompromising; rigidly holding to a set of beliefs

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