How to Pronounce Baboons

To pronounce "baboons", say BAB-oons — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

BAB-oons

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💡 Tip for remembering “baboons”

"baboons" has 2 syllables: bab-oons. It rhymes with croons and dunes, if that helps it stick.

What does baboons mean?

noun

  1. An Old World monkey of the genus Papio, having dog-like muzzles and large canine teeth, cheek pouches, a short tail, and naked callosities on the buttocks.
  2. A foolish or boorish person.

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Words that rhyme with baboons

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croonsdunespantaloonsimpugnstunesafternoonsloonsnoonsballoonsprunescartoonsmoons

Related words

apesgeladahamadryasmandrillusmonkeyspapiohyenaschimpanzees

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "baboons"?▾

"Baboons" has 2 syllables: bab · oons.

What does "baboons" mean?▾

Baboons: An Old World monkey of the genus Papio, having dog-like muzzles and large canine teeth, cheek pouches, a short tail, and naked callosities on the buttocks.

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