How to pronounce cowbane
Say it like KOW-bayn. Cowbane has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW).
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- KOW
- bayn
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cowbane pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- baynKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of cowbane
American and British speakers say cowbane in essentially the same way: /ˈkaʊbeɪn/ in the US and /ˈkaʊbeɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: KOW-bayn.
What does cowbane mean?
- Any of several related poisonous plants of the genus Cicuta
- northern water hemlock (Cicuta virosa), type species of this genus.
Where does cowbane come from?
From cow + bane.
Questions about saying cowbane
How do you pronounce cowbane?
Say KOW-bayn. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊbeɪn/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊbeɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cowbane?
Cowbane has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW). Broken into parts: KOW · bayn.
Do Americans and Brits say cowbane the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkaʊbeɪn/ and the British form is /ˈkaʊbeɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.