How to Pronounce Upwind

To pronounce "upwind", say UPW-ind — 2 syllables, IPA /ʌpˈwɪnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ʌpˈwɪnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upwind”

"upwind" has 2 syllables: upw-ind.

What does upwind mean?

adjective

  1. Exposed to the wind

adverb

  1. In the direction from which the wind is blowing

Antonyms

downwind

Related words

windwardleewardweatherdownwindupstreamdownstreamabovefront-end

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upwind"?▾

"Upwind" has 2 syllables: upw · ind.

What is the IPA transcription of "upwind"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upwind" is /ʌpˈwɪnd/.

What does "upwind" mean?▾

Upwind: Exposed to the wind

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