How to Pronounce Seamanship

To pronounce "seamanship", say SEAM-ansh-ip — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsiː.mənˌʃɪp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈsiː.mənˌʃɪp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “seamanship”

"seamanship" has 3 syllables: seam-ansh-ip.

What does seamanship mean?

noun

  1. Skill in, and knowledge of, the work of navigating, maintaining, and operating a vessel.

Related words

seaworthinessyachtsmanshipnauticalitysailworthinessshippinessunseaworthinessnavigablenessseemliness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "seamanship"?▾

"Seamanship" has 3 syllables: seam · ansh · ip.

What is the IPA transcription of "seamanship"?▾

The IPA transcription of "seamanship" is /ˈsiː.mənˌʃɪp/.

What does "seamanship" mean?▾

Seamanship: Skill in, and knowledge of, the work of navigating, maintaining, and operating a vessel.

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