How to Pronounce Highbrow

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

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Syllables

8

Letters

HIGHBR-ow

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💡 Tip for remembering “highbrow”

"highbrow" has 2 syllables: highbr-ow. It rhymes with endow and bow, if that helps it stick.

What does highbrow mean?

noun

  1. (sometimes derogatory) A cultured or learned person or thing.

adjective

  1. (sometimes derogatory) Intellectually stimulating, highly cultured, sophisticated.

Synonyms

intellectualscholar

Antonyms

lowbrow

Words that rhyme with highbrow

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

endowbowallowthouavowbrowplowvowanyhowcowsowdisavow

Related words

intellectualsnobeggheadhighbornsuperintellectualhigh-mindedhautsupercerebral

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "highbrow"?▾

"Highbrow" has 2 syllables: highbr · ow.

What does "highbrow" mean?▾

Highbrow: (sometimes derogatory) A cultured or learned person or thing.

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