How to Pronounce Pigheaded

To pronounce "pigheaded", say PIGH-ead-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

PIGH-ead-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “pigheaded”

"pigheaded" has 3 syllables: pigh-ead-ed. It rhymes with big-headed and bigheaded, if that helps it stick.

What does pigheaded mean?

adjective

  1. Obstinate and stubborn to the point of stupidity.

Words that rhyme with pigheaded

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big-headedbigheadedpig-headed

Related words

bullheadedstubbornbullet-headedpiggishhardheadedbuttheadedobstinatemeatheaded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pigheaded"?▾

"Pigheaded" has 3 syllables: pigh · ead · ed.

What does "pigheaded" mean?▾

Pigheaded: Obstinate and stubborn to the point of stupidity.

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