How to Pronounce Headwind

To pronounce "headwind", say HEADW-ind — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɛdˌwɪnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈhɛdˌwɪnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “headwind”

"headwind" has 2 syllables: headw-ind. It rhymes with chagrined and rescind, if that helps it stick.

What does headwind mean?

noun

  1. A wind that blows directly against the course of a vehicle, like an aircraft, train, or ship.

Antonyms

tailwind

Words that rhyme with headwind

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chagrinedrescindwindwhirlwindgrinnedskinnedunderpinnedtinnedweekendwoodwindthinnedbinned

Related words

windstailwindtackheadwaywindindraughtwake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "headwind"?▾

"Headwind" has 2 syllables: headw · ind.

What is the IPA transcription of "headwind"?▾

The IPA transcription of "headwind" is /ˈhɛdˌwɪnd/.

What does "headwind" mean?▾

Headwind: A wind that blows directly against the course of a vehicle, like an aircraft, train, or ship.

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