How to Pronounce Humpbacks

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

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Letters

HUMPB-acks

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💡 Tip for remembering “humpbacks”

"humpbacks" has 2 syllables: humpb-acks.

What does humpbacks mean?

noun

  1. A humped back (deformity in humans caused by abnormal curvature of the upper spine).
  2. A person with a humpback; a person who suffers from kyphosis.

verb

  1. To hunt humpback whales.

Synonyms

crookbackhunchback

Related words

crookbackhunchbackkyphosisbowheadswhalesbelugas

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "humpbacks"?▾

"Humpbacks" has 2 syllables: humpb · acks.

What does "humpbacks" mean?▾

Humpbacks: A humped back (deformity in humans caused by abnormal curvature of the upper spine).

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