Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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How do you pronounce longfellow?
The recorded pronunciation is /lˈɔŋfˌɛloʊ/.
What does longfellow mean?
A surname transferred from the nickname.
Where does longfellow come from?
Originally a nickname for a tall person, from long + fellow.

How to pronounce longfellow

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “longfellow”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/lˈɔŋfˌɛloʊ/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “longfellow”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “longfellow” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.