How to Pronounce Heavyweight

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

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HEAVYW-eight

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💡 Tip for remembering “heavyweight”

"heavyweight" has 2 syllables: heavyw-eight. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does heavyweight mean?

noun

  1. A very large, heavy, or impressive person.

    “an intellectual heavyweight”

  2. The professional boxing weight class for boxers weighing more than 190 pounds; a boxer in that division.

adjective

  1. Of the heavyweight boxing (or similar) division.
  2. Being relatively heavy.

Words that rhyme with heavyweight

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "heavyweight"?▾

"Heavyweight" has 2 syllables: heavyw · eight.

What does "heavyweight" mean?▾

Heavyweight: A very large, heavy, or impressive person.

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