How to Pronounce Tenterhook

To pronounce "tenterhook", say TENT-erh-ook — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

TENT-erh-ook

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💡 Tip for remembering “tenterhook”

"tenterhook" has 3 syllables: tent-erh-ook.

What does tenterhook mean?

noun

  1. One of a series of hooks used to stretch cloth on a tenter.

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How many syllables are in "tenterhook"?▾

"Tenterhook" has 3 syllables: tent · erh · ook.

What does "tenterhook" mean?▾

Tenterhook: One of a series of hooks used to stretch cloth on a tenter.

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