How to Pronounce Millstone

To pronounce "millstone", say MILLST-on-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmɪlstəʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈmɪlstəʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “millstone”

"millstone" has 3 syllables: millst-on-e. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does millstone mean?

noun

  1. A large round stone used for grinding grain.
  2. A coarse-grained sandstone used for making such stones; millstone grit.

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Words that rhyme with millstone

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moangroandronebemoancornerstonetonestonecondoneunknowncycloneatonebaritone

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "millstone"?▾

"Millstone" has 3 syllables: millst · on · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "millstone"?▾

The IPA transcription of "millstone" is /ˈmɪlstəʊn/.

What does "millstone" mean?▾

Millstone: A large round stone used for grinding grain.

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