How to Pronounce Hogshead

To pronounce "hogshead", say HOGSH-ead — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɒɡzˌhɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈhɒɡzˌhɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hogshead”

"hogshead" has 2 syllables: hogsh-ead.

What does hogshead mean?

noun

  1. An English measure of capacity for liquids, containing 63 wine gallons, or about 52 1/2 imperial gallons; a half pipe.
  2. A large barrel or cask of indefinite contents, especially one containing from 100 to 140 gallons.

Synonyms

hhd.

Related words

caskhobbithoghousehutchhopheadhesp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hogshead"?▾

"Hogshead" has 2 syllables: hogsh · ead.

What is the IPA transcription of "hogshead"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hogshead" is /ˈhɒɡzˌhɛd/.

What does "hogshead" mean?▾

Hogshead: An English measure of capacity for liquids, containing 63 wine gallons, or about 52 1/2 imperial gallons; a half pipe.

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