How to Pronounce "beanpole"
word
BEEN-pohl
BEEN-pohl
Definition
Someone who is very tall and thin, often used in a playful or joking way. It can also refer to a long, thin stick for supporting plants.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbinˌpoʊl
British English
bˈiːnpəʊl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEEN-pohl
UK
BEEN-pohl
Listen in Context
He is such a beanpole compared to his friends.
Don't call your brother a beanpole; it's not nice.
A beanpole helps the tomato plant grow tall.
Back in school, I was a total beanpole and everyone teased me.