How to Pronounce Northeast

To pronounce "northeast", say NORTH-east — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

NORTH-east

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💡 Tip for remembering “northeast”

"northeast" has 2 syllables: north-east. It rhymes with beast and ceased, if that helps it stick.

What does northeast mean?

noun

  1. The compass point halfway between north and east, specifically 45°, abbreviated as NE.

adjective

  1. Towards the northeast; northeastward.
  2. In the northeast; northeastern.

Antonyms

southwest

Words that rhyme with northeast

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

beastceaseddeceasedcreasedincreaseddecreasedpolicedyeastleasedgreasedtrendiest

Related words

northeasterlynortheasternnorthnesoutheastnorthwestnorthwesternnorth-west

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "northeast"?▾

"Northeast" has 2 syllables: north · east.

What does "northeast" mean?▾

Northeast: The compass point halfway between north and east, specifically 45°, abbreviated as NE.

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