How to Pronounce Javelin

To pronounce "javelin", say JAV-el-in — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒævlɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdʒævlɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “javelin”

"javelin" has 3 syllables: jav-el-in. It rhymes with ravelin and davlin, if that helps it stick.

What does javelin mean?

noun

  1. A light spear thrown with the hand and used as a weapon.
  2. A metal-tipped spear thrown for distance in an athletic field event.

verb

  1. To pierce with a javelin.

Words that rhyme with javelin

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ravelindavlingravlinhavlintavlin

Related words

spearthrowingthrowersshaftpilumgavelockspiculumspearlet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "javelin"?▾

"Javelin" has 3 syllables: jav · el · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "javelin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "javelin" is /ˈdʒævlɪn/.

What does "javelin" mean?▾

Javelin: A light spear thrown with the hand and used as a weapon.

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