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How to pronounce “pontoon

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Pronunciation guide for pontoon

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of pontoon with real speech in context.
Available examples
4 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The architectural wonder of impermanent citiesgoes across the river on a pontoon bridge.
Definition summary
A flat-bottomed boat or other floating structure used as a buoyant support for a temporary bridge, dock or landing stage.

Example 1 of 4

How to pronounce pontoon

The architectural wonder of impermanent cities

goes across the river on a pontoon bridge.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “pontoon

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A flat-bottomed boat or other floating structure used as a buoyant support for a temporary bridge, dock or landing stage.
  • (by extension) A bridge with floating supports.
  • A box used to raise a sunken vessel.
  • A float of a seaplane.
  • A lighter or barge used for loading or unloading ships.

Practice Nearby Words

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