How to Pronounce Marlinspike

To pronounce "marlinspike", say MARL-insp-ik-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

MARL-insp-ik-e

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"marlinspike" has 4 syllables: marl-insp-ik-e.

What does marlinspike 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

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How many syllables are in "marlinspike"?▾

"Marlinspike" has 4 syllables: marl · insp · ik · e.

What does "marlinspike" mean?▾

Marlinspike: 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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