How to Pronounce Sideswipe

To pronounce "sideswipe", say SID-esw-ip-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

SID-esw-ip-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “sideswipe”

"sideswipe" has 4 syllables: sid-esw-ip-e.

What does sideswipe mean?

noun

  1. A blow with the side of something, such as the side of car that is changing lanes incautiously.
  2. A catty or sarcastic remark.

verb

  1. To give a blow with the side, as to strike with the side of a car when turning.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "sideswipe"?▾

"Sideswipe" has 4 syllables: sid · esw · ip · e.

What does "sideswipe" mean?▾

Sideswipe: A blow with the side of something, such as the side of car that is changing lanes incautiously.

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