How to pronounce needlepoint
Say it like NEE-dul-poynt. Needlepoint has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEE).
- NEE
- dul
- poynt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Needlepoint pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- dulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- poyntGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of needlepoint
American and British speakers say needlepoint in essentially the same way: /ˈnidəlˌpɔɪnt/ in the US and /ˈniːdəlˌpɔɪnt/ in the UK.
British respelling: NEE-dul-poynt.
What does needlepoint mean?
- A craft involving pulling yarn, thread, or floss through a canvas mesh to produce a decorative design.
- An object made using that craft.
- To produce a decorative design by this means.
Where does needlepoint come from?
From needle + point.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- point lace
- needlepoint embroidery
Questions about saying needlepoint
How do you pronounce needlepoint?
Say NEE-dul-poynt. The American pronunciation is /ˈnidəlˌpɔɪnt/. In British English it is /ˈniːdəlˌpɔɪnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in needlepoint?
Needlepoint has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEE). Broken into parts: NEE · dul · poynt.
Do Americans and Brits say needlepoint the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnidəlˌpɔɪnt/ and the British form is /ˈniːdəlˌpɔɪnt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.