How to Pronounce Jawbones

To pronounce "jawbones", say JAWB-on-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

JAWB-on-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “jawbones”

"jawbones" has 3 syllables: jawb-on-es. It rhymes with sawbones, if that helps it stick.

What does jawbones mean?

noun

  1. The bone of the lower jaw; the mandible.
  2. Any of the bones in the lower or upper jaw.

verb

  1. To talk persistently in an attempt to persuade somebody to cooperate.

Synonyms

dentarydentary bonemaxillainferior maxillary bonelower jawmandiblesubmaxilla

Words that rhyme with jawbones

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sawbones

Related words

jowlmandiblesubmaxillamandibulashmoozebonescraniaskulls

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jawbones"?▾

"Jawbones" has 3 syllables: jawb · on · es.

What does "jawbones" mean?▾

Jawbones: The bone of the lower jaw; the mandible.

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