handcuff
How many syllables in handcuff?
There are 2 syllables in the word handcuff.How to pronounce handcuff:
Synonyms for handcuff:
band
bind
bond
bracelet
chain
collar
cuff
cuff(s)
curb
fetter
hamper
handlock
holding
irons
ligature
manacle
net
restraint
shackle
tie
trammel
trap
Antonyms for handcuff:
abet
accelerate
accommodate
advance
aid
allow
approve
assist
assist the progress of
attend
attend to
back
back up
bail someone out
be a factor in
be a tower of strength to
be of service to
be of use to
begin
benefit
boost
center
centre
clarify
clear
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Syllable Fun Fact
The English language exhibits a phenomenon called 'schwa deletion', where unstressed syllables are often pronounced as a quick, neutral vowel sound or omitted.
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