How to Pronounce Pinhole

To pronounce "pinhole", say PINH-ol-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

PINH-ol-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “pinhole”

"pinhole" has 3 syllables: pinh-ol-e. It rhymes with control and soul, if that helps it stick.

What does pinhole mean?

noun

  1. A small hole, of a size that could have been made by a pin

verb

  1. To form one or more pinholes in.

Words that rhyme with pinhole

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pinhole"?▾

"Pinhole" has 3 syllables: pinh · ol · e.

What does "pinhole" mean?▾

Pinhole: A small hole, of a size that could have been made by a pin

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