How to Pronounce Knee-deep

To pronounce "knee-deep", say KNEED-eep — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

KNEED-eep

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💡 Tip for remembering “knee-deep”

"knee-deep" has 2 syllables: kneed-eep.

What does knee-deep mean?

adjective

  1. Reaching up to the knees.
  2. Submerged to the knees.

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Related words

knee-highankle-deepshallowoverkneeneckdeepdeepunderkneeneck-deep

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knee-deep"?▾

"Knee-deep" has 2 syllables: kneed · eep.

What does "knee-deep" mean?▾

Knee-deep: Reaching up to the knees.

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