English Word · Intermediate
tailpipe
A rear vehicle exhaust pipe
Pronunciation: /ˈteɪlˌpaɪp/
Meaning
The pipe at the rear of a vehicle through which engine exhaust gases leave.
Example
Exhaust smoke drifted from the car's tailpipe.
Exhaust smoke drifted from the car's tailpipe.
Practice tips
- Practice tailpipe out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.