How to Pronounce Sourwood

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

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SOURW-ood

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💡 Tip for remembering “sourwood”

"sourwood" has 2 syllables: sourw-ood.

What does sourwood mean?

noun

  1. A North American deciduous shrubby tree, of the genus Oxydendrum, having deep fissures in its bark, and sour-tasting leaves.
  2. An Australian tree, of the genus Hibiscus; the sorrel tree.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "sourwood"?▾

"Sourwood" has 2 syllables: sourw · ood.

What does "sourwood" mean?▾

Sourwood: A North American deciduous shrubby tree, of the genus Oxydendrum, having deep fissures in its bark, and sour-tasting leaves.

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