How to Pronounce Headlocks

To pronounce "headlocks", say HEADL-ocks — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

HEADL-ocks

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💡 Tip for remembering “headlocks”

"headlocks" has 2 syllables: headl-ocks. It rhymes with dreadlocks, if that helps it stick.

What does headlocks mean?

noun

  1. A wrestling move where the attacker puts their arm tightly round their opponent's head, which the opponent can't easily escape from.

Words that rhyme with headlocks

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dreadlocks

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "headlocks"?▾

"Headlocks" has 2 syllables: headl · ocks.

What does "headlocks" mean?▾

Headlocks: A wrestling move where the attacker puts their arm tightly round their opponent's head, which the opponent can't easily escape from.

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