To pronounce "pointsman", say POINTSM-an — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"pointsman" has 2 syllables: pointsm-an.
noun
"Pointsman" has 2 syllables: pointsm · an.
Pointsman: A man in charge of railroad points or switches.
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