How to Pronounce Marlinespike

To pronounce "marlinespike", say MARL-in-esp-ik-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

MARL-in-esp-ik-e

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"marlinespike" has 5 syllables: marl-in-esp-ik-e.

What does marlinespike mean?

noun

  1. A tool, consisting of a pointed metal spike, used to manipulate the strands of rope or cable when knotting and splicing.

Related words

marlingspikemarlinspikemarlin-spikehand-spikehandspokeboltropespicket

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "marlinespike"?▾

"Marlinespike" has 5 syllables: marl · in · esp · ik · e.

What does "marlinespike" mean?▾

Marlinespike: A tool, consisting of a pointed metal spike, used to manipulate the strands of rope or cable when knotting and splicing.

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