To pronounce "whistle-blower", say WHISTL-ebl-ow-er — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"whistle-blower" has 4 syllables: whistl-ebl-ow-er.
noun
“We owe it to a small group of brave whistle-blowers that we know about the infractions at all.”
"Whistle-blower" has 4 syllables: whistl · ebl · ow · er.
Whistle-blower: One who reports a problem or violation to the authorities; especially, an employee or former employee who reports a violation by an employer.
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