How to Pronounce Hardnosed

To pronounce "hardnosed", say HARDN-os-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

HARDN-os-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “hardnosed”

"hardnosed" has 3 syllables: hardn-os-ed.

What does hardnosed mean?

adjective

  1. Guided by practical experience and observation rather than by theory
  2. Hardheaded, stubborn

Related words

unyieldinghardnosehard-nosehardbittenhard-headedhard-handedhardfisted

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How many syllables are in "hardnosed"?▾

"Hardnosed" has 3 syllables: hardn · os · ed.

What does "hardnosed" mean?▾

Hardnosed: Guided by practical experience and observation rather than by theory

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