How to Pronounce Landlubber

To pronounce "landlubber", say LANDL-ubb-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlænd.lʌb.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈlænd.lʌb.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “landlubber”

"landlubber" has 3 syllables: landl-ubb-er.

What does landlubber mean?

noun

  1. Someone unfamiliar with the sea or seamanship, especially a novice seaman.

Synonyms

lubber

Related words

landsmanlubberlandmanland-loverbarnacleswabbysnottylobscouser

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "landlubber"?▾

"Landlubber" has 3 syllables: landl · ubb · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "landlubber"?▾

The IPA transcription of "landlubber" is /ˈlænd.lʌb.ə/.

What does "landlubber" mean?▾

Landlubber: Someone unfamiliar with the sea or seamanship, especially a novice seaman.

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