How to Pronounce Harebrained

To pronounce "harebrained", say HAR-ebr-ain-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

HAR-ebr-ain-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “harebrained”

"harebrained" has 4 syllables: har-ebr-ain-ed. It rhymes with restrained and constrained, if that helps it stick.

What does harebrained mean?

adjective

  1. (of an idea or plan etc) Absurd, foolish or stupid.
  2. (of a person) Frivolous and silly; featherbrained or scatterbrained.

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Words that rhyme with harebrained

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restrainedconstrainedstrainedascertainedunrestrainedordainedexplainedobtaineddrainedattainedunconstrainedingrained

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "harebrained"?▾

"Harebrained" has 4 syllables: har · ebr · ain · ed.

What does "harebrained" mean?▾

Harebrained: (of an idea or plan etc) Absurd, foolish or stupid.

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