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Pronunciation Guide • English

How to Pronounce boatswain

Difficulty: hard

IPA Transcription

/ˈboʊsən/

Why is it so hard to pronounce?

BOH-sun. Two syllables from nine letters. The "at" in "boat" and the "w" in "swain" are completely silent. This is a nautical term that underwent massive compression over centuries.

💡 Pro Tip for boatswain

BOH-sun. Alternatively spelled "bosun" to match the pronunciation.

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Word Origins

The term boatswain originates from Old English compound. Understanding its etymology helps explain why it breaks standard pronunciation rules.