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How to Pronounce “tailhook” in English

/tɪlhʌːk/

tail·hook

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What does “tailhook” mean?

NOUN
  • A device attached to the empennage of some military fixed-wing aircraft, used to achieve rapid deceleration during landings by catching the arresting gear of a runway or aircraft carrier.

Example sentences

  • You get to Tailhook, which is flying on and off the aircraft carrier.
  • And it had a tailhook.

Common phrases

tailhook occurred

How to pronounce “tailhook

Syllables:
tail · hook
IPA:
/tɪlhʌːk/
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the stressed syllable in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce “tailhook”?

“tailhook” is pronounced /tɪlhʌːk/ (tail · hook). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.

How many syllables are in “tailhook”?

“tailhook” has 2 syllables: tail · hook.

What does “tailhook” mean?

A device attached to the empennage of some military fixed-wing aircraft, used to achieve rapid deceleration during landings by catching the arresting gear of a runway or aircraft carrier.

How can I hear “tailhook” used in real sentences?

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