How to Pronounce "hamstrings"
word
ˈhæmˌstɹɪŋz
HAM-stringz
hˈæmstɹɪŋz
HAM-stringz
Definition
The hamstrings are the group of muscles at the back of your thigh, running from your hip to your knee, used for bending your knee and moving your leg backwards.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæmˌstɹɪŋz
British English
hˈæmstɹɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAM-stringz
UK
HAM-stringz
Listen in Context
I hurt my hamstrings while running yesterday.
Stretch your hamstrings before exercise.
Tight hamstrings can cause lower back pain.
He pulled his hamstrings during football practice.