How to Pronounce Hornpipe

To pronounce "hornpipe", say HORNP-ip-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

HORNP-ip-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “hornpipe”

"hornpipe" has 3 syllables: hornp-ip-e.

What does hornpipe mean?

noun

  1. A musical instrument consisting of a wooden pipe, with holes at intervals.
  2. A solo dance commonly associated with seamen, involving kicking of the legs, with the arms mostly crossed.

verb

  1. To dance the hornpipe.

Related words

pibgornstockhornpipepitchpipemouthpipeleadpipepanpipes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hornpipe"?▾

"Hornpipe" has 3 syllables: hornp · ip · e.

What does "hornpipe" mean?▾

Hornpipe: A musical instrument consisting of a wooden pipe, with holes at intervals.

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