How to Pronounce Northwest

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

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Syllables

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Letters

NORTHW-est

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💡 Tip for remembering “northwest”

"northwest" has 2 syllables: northw-est. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.

What does northwest mean?

noun

  1. The compass point halfway between north and west, bearing 315°, abbreviated as NW.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to the northwest; northwestern.
  2. Towards the northwest; northwestwards.

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Words that rhyme with northwest

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manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestchestarrestbequestrequest

Related words

northwesternnorthwesterlynwnorthnortheastsouthwestnorth-westsouth-west

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "northwest"?▾

"Northwest" has 2 syllables: northw · est.

What does "northwest" mean?▾

Northwest: The compass point halfway between north and west, bearing 315°, abbreviated as NW.

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