How to Pronounce Trunnion

To pronounce "trunnion", say TRUNN-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹʌn.jən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹʌn.jən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trunnion”

"trunnion" has 2 syllables: trunn-ion. It rhymes with munnion and crinion, if that helps it stick.

What does trunnion mean?

noun

  1. One of the short stubby bearings on either side of a cannon; a gudgeon.
  2. A similar rotational bearing comprising a rotating arc or ring sliding in the groove of a stationary arc, used in machinery to allow a workpiece to be moved relative to a fixed tool.

Words that rhyme with trunnion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

munnioncrinionbunnianlinnaeanlinneanninianorleanianplinian

Related words

trunionchasedisparttruncheongudgeonrimbasedogbolttrunch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trunnion"?▾

"Trunnion" has 2 syllables: trunn · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "trunnion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trunnion" is /ˈtɹʌn.jən/.

What does "trunnion" mean?▾

Trunnion: One of the short stubby bearings on either side of a cannon; a gudgeon.

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