Pronunciation: [tˈɛnpɪn bˈə͡ʊl] (IPA) 
The correct spelling of the word for the sport of knocking down ten pins with a ball is "tenpin bowl". It is pronounced as /ˈtɛn.pɪn boʊl/ with the stress on the first syllable. The word tenpin is written as a single word without a hyphen, and the "p" in pin is not doubled because it refers to just one pin. The spelling of the word reflects its origin from the words "ten" and "pin" and how they combine to form a compound word.
The term "tenpin bowl" refers to a recreational sport and the equipment used in it. It primarily denotes a specific type of bowling game played with ten pins that are arranged in a triangle formation at the end of a narrow, long lane. In this sport, players roll a heavy spherical ball toward the pins with the objective of knocking down as many pins as possible in each frame. It is commonly played in leisure centers, bowling alleys, and clubhouses.
The term "tenpin bowl" can also be used to describe the equipment involved in this game. A tenpin bowl typically refers to the bowling ball used, which is made of a sturdy and dense material, such as rubber, polyester, or urethane. These balls come in various weights and sizes to accommodate players of different ages and skill levels.
Additionally, the term can also refer to the ten pins themselves. Often made of a durable wood or synthetic material, these cylindrical pins are around 15 inches tall and arranged in a triangular configuration. Their main purpose is to serve as targets that players aim to knock down.
Overall, "tenpin bowl" encompasses both the sport of bowling with ten pins and the related equipment, including the ball and the pins, which are vital elements of the game.
The word "tenpin" refers to the pins used in the game of tenpin bowling. "Tenpin" is derived from the combination of two words: "ten" and "pin".
The word "ten" originates from the Old English word "tēn", which has Germanic roots. It ultimately traces back to the Proto-Indo-European word "*deḱḱm̥t", meaning "ten". This word has cognates in various Indo-European languages, such as "decem" in Latin and "deka" in Greek.
The word "pin" dates back to the Middle English period and comes from the Old English word "pinn", meaning "peg" or "pin". It is closely related to the Old High German word "pfinn", the Middle Dutch word "pin", and the Old Norse word "pinni", all having similar meanings.
