How to Pronounce Whistlestop

To pronounce "whistlestop", say WHISTL-est-op — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

WHISTL-est-op

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💡 Tip for remembering “whistlestop”

"whistlestop" has 3 syllables: whistl-est-op. It rhymes with whistle-stop, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: whistle-stop — easy to mix up when writing.

What does whistlestop mean?

verb

  1. To make a brief stop on a campaign tour to make a speech or perform some other type of public electioneering.

noun

  1. A minor railway station at which a train stops if specifically requested.

Words that rhyme with whistlestop

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

whistle-stop

Related words

barnstormwhistle-stopstop

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whistlestop"?▾

"Whistlestop" has 3 syllables: whistl · est · op.

What does "whistlestop" mean?▾

Whistlestop: To make a brief stop on a campaign tour to make a speech or perform some other type of public electioneering.

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