How to Pronounce Knucklebones

To pronounce "knucklebones", say KNUCKL-eb-on-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

12

Letters

KNUCKL-eb-on-es

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"knucklebones" has 4 syllables: knuckl-eb-on-es.

What does knucklebones mean?

noun

  1. A bone that forms a knuckle in the human hand, in an animal's paw or any bone that forms a similar bump.
  2. Such a bone once used in children's games of chance.

noun

  1. A children's game, originally played with the knucklebones of sheep, in which small objects are picked up, moved, thrown, and caught according to various rules.

Synonyms

dibsjacks

Related words

jacksjackstonescheckstonesbunnockknuckleballknuckleballerhandgamecobnut

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knucklebones"?▾

"Knucklebones" has 4 syllables: knuckl · eb · on · es.

What does "knucklebones" mean?▾

Knucklebones: A bone that forms a knuckle in the human hand, in an animal's paw or any bone that forms a similar bump.

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