Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

hemline

/ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 1.91 in modern English

Syllables
hem-line
IPA
/ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/
12
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The line formed by the bottom edge of a skirt, dress, or coat; hem.

noun

The height of this line, measured from the floor.

Example Sentences

  • "above-knee hemline"

Etymology

From hem + line.

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/

Inflected Forms

hemlines (plural) hem-line (alternative)

Derived Forms

hemlined

Phrases

hemline theory

Frequently Paired Words

neckline waistline

Questions

How do you pronounce hemline?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/.
What does hemline mean?
The line formed by the bottom edge of a skirt, dress, or coat; hem.
Where does hemline come from?
From hem + line.

How to pronounce hemline

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