How to Pronounce Poleax

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

poleax

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

POL-eax

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💡 Tip for remembering “poleax”

"poleax" has 2 syllables: pol-eax. It rhymes with poleaxe, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: poleaxe — easy to mix up when writing.

What does poleax mean?

noun

  1. An ax having both a blade and a hammer face; used to slaughter cattle.
  2. A long-handled battle axe, being a combination of ax, hammer and pike.

verb

  1. To fell someone with, or as if with, a poleaxe.
  2. To astonish; to shock or surprise utterly.

Words that rhyme with poleax

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poleaxe

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poleax"?▾

"Poleax" has 2 syllables: pol · eax.

What does "poleax" mean?▾

Poleax: An ax having both a blade and a hammer face; used to slaughter cattle.

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