How to Pronounce Backroom

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

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Syllables

Letters

BACKR-oom

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💡 Tip for remembering “backroom”

"backroom" has 2 syllables: backr-oom. It rhymes with plume and presume, if that helps it stick.

What does backroom mean?

noun

A room near the rear of a premises, especially one that is only accessible to a privileged few and can be used as an inconspicuous meeting place.

adjective

Of, relating to, or happening in a backroom
Characterized by secrecy or anonymity

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Words that rhyme with backroom

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plume presume loom exhume boom room assume fume tomb gloom spume resume

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "backroom"?▾

"Backroom" has 2 syllables: backr · oom.

What does "backroom" mean?▾

Backroom: A room near the rear of a premises, especially one that is only accessible to a privileged few and can be used as an inconspicuous meeting place.

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