How to Pronounce Herring-bone

To pronounce "herring-bone", say HERR-ingb-on-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

HERR-ingb-on-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “herring-bone”

"herring-bone" has 4 syllables: herr-ingb-on-e.

What does herring-bone mean?

noun

  1. A bone of a herring
  2. A zigzag pattern, especially made by bricks, on a cloth, or by stitches in sewing

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "herring-bone"?▾

"Herring-bone" has 4 syllables: herr · ingb · on · e.

What does "herring-bone" mean?▾

Herring-bone: A bone of a herring

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