How to Pronounce Howitzer

To pronounce "howitzer", say HOW-itz-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhaʊ.ɪts.ə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈhaʊ.ɪts.ə(ɹ)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “howitzer”

"howitzer" has 3 syllables: how-itz-er.

What does howitzer mean?

noun

  1. A cannon that combines certain characteristics of guns and mortars. The howitzer delivers projectiles with medium velocities, by either low or high trajectories.
  2. Normally a cannon with a tube length of 20 to 30 calibers; however, the tube length can exceed 30 calibers and still be considered a howitzer when the high angle fire zoning solution permits range overlap between charges

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "howitzer"?▾

"Howitzer" has 3 syllables: how · itz · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "howitzer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "howitzer" is /ˈhaʊ.ɪts.ə(ɹ)/.

What does "howitzer" mean?▾

Howitzer: A cannon that combines certain characteristics of guns and mortars. The howitzer delivers projectiles with medium velocities, by either low or high trajectories.

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