How to pronounce cowhand
Say it like KOW-hand. Cowhand has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW).
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US American/ˈkaʊˌhænd/KOW-hand
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- KOW
- hand
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cowhand 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.
- handGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
What does cowhand mean?
noun
- One who tends free-range cattle, especially in the American West.
- Cowman or herdsman, especially to a dairy cattle herd.
Where does cowhand come from?
From cow + hand, or perhaps blend of cowboy + farmhand.
Questions about saying cowhand
How do you pronounce cowhand?
Say KOW-hand. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊˌhænd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cowhand?
Cowhand has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW). Broken into parts: KOW · hand.