How to Pronounce Pennyweight

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

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Letters

PENNYW-eight

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💡 Tip for remembering “pennyweight”

"pennyweight" has 2 syllables: pennyw-eight.

What does pennyweight mean?

noun

  1. A unit of mass equal to 24 grains, or 1/20 of a troy ounce

Related words

poundouncetroyouncequarterpennytwopenny

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How many syllables are in "pennyweight"?▾

"Pennyweight" has 2 syllables: pennyw · eight.

What does "pennyweight" mean?▾

Pennyweight: A unit of mass equal to 24 grains, or 1/20 of a troy ounce

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