brawny
adjectiveHow many syllables in brawny?
There are 2 syllables in the word brawny.How to pronounce brawny:
Definition of brawny:
- brawny (adjective):
- muscular
- strong, powerful
- physically fit or strong
- (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful.
Synonyms for brawny:
athletic
beefy
bulky
burly
fleshy
hardy
hefty
husky
lusty
masculine
mighty
muscular
powerful
robust
rugged
sinewy
stalwart
stout
strapping
strong
sturdy
thewy
thickset
tough
vigorous
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