How to Pronounce Hunchback

To pronounce "hunchback", say HUNCHB-ack — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhʌntʃbæk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈhʌntʃbæk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hunchback”

"hunchback" has 2 syllables: hunchb-ack. It rhymes with crack and slack, if that helps it stick.

What does hunchback mean?

noun

One who is stooped or hunched over.
A deformed upper spinal column in the shape of a hump in the back.

Synonyms

humpback stoop

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Words that rhyme with hunchback

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crack slack black track hack rack back setback clack attack flak feedback

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hunchback"?▾

"Hunchback" has 2 syllables: hunchb · ack.

What is the IPA transcription of "hunchback"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hunchback" is /ˈhʌntʃbæk/.

What does "hunchback" mean?▾

Hunchback: One who is stooped or hunched over.

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