west by north

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What does west by north mean?

The compass point halfway between west and west-northwest, specifically 281.25°, abbreviated as WbN.

How to pronounce west by north

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