How to Pronounce Longhand

To pronounce "longhand", say LONGH-and — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɒŋˌhænd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈlɒŋˌhænd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “longhand”

"longhand" has 2 syllables: longh-and. It rhymes with reprimand and command, if that helps it stick.

What does longhand mean?

noun

The written characters used in the common method of writing; opposed to shorthand, or typing or printing; handwriting.

adverb

Written by hand in normal characters, as opposed to shorthand.
Written by hand (with pen or pencil), rather than printed out; handwritten.
“I had to write the essay out twice longhand – they wouldn’t let me print it out. It took forever!”

Synonyms

handwriting handwritten

Antonyms

shorthand print print out

Words that rhyme with longhand

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reprimand command expand demand understand band land brand stand offhand grand hinterland

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "longhand"?▾

"Longhand" has 2 syllables: longh · and.

What is the IPA transcription of "longhand"?▾

The IPA transcription of "longhand" is /ˈlɒŋˌhænd/.

What does "longhand" mean?▾

Longhand: The written characters used in the common method of writing; opposed to shorthand, or typing or printing; handwriting.

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