Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

v8

/ˌviːˈeɪt/

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.54 in modern English

Syllables: v8
IPA: /ˌviːˈeɪt/

4

Scrabble Score

1

Letters

1

Syllables

1

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

An internal combustion engine with eight cylinders arranged in two banks of four in a V-shaped configuration, usually as part of a single engine block.

noun

A vehicle with such an engine.

Dated

Example Sentences

"He spent extra for a V8 because he doubted that a straight-six would be enough for towing his trailer."
"He rolled up in a brand-new V8."

Etymology

From V- + 8.

Usage

Dated

Inflected Forms

V8s (plural) V-8 (alternative)

Frequently Paired Words

straight-eight V6 V10 V12 straight-six V-twin V-2 V-4

Questions

How do you pronounce v8?: The recorded pronunciation is /ˌviːˈeɪt/.
What does v8 mean?: An internal combustion engine with eight cylinders arranged in two banks of four in a V-shaped configuration, usually as part of a single engine block.
Where does v8 come from?: From V- + 8.

How to pronounce v8

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