How to Pronounce "downstroke"
word
ˈdaʊnˌstroʊk
DOWN-strohk
dˈaʊnstɹəʊk
DOWN-strohke
Definition
A 'downstroke' is a movement or stroke made in a downward direction, such as when writing a letter, playing a guitar, or striking a drum.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdaʊnˌstroʊk
British English
dˈaʊnstɹəʊk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOWN-strohk
UK
DOWN-strohke
Listen in Context
To write the letter 'l', start with a downstroke.
The drummer played a strong downstroke on the snare drum.
Use a firm downstroke when playing this guitar chord.
Her handwriting is stylish because her downstrokes are bold and smooth.