How to Pronounce Bandwagon

To pronounce "bandwagon", say BANDW-ag-on — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbændˌwæɡ.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈbændˌwæɡ.ən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bandwagon”

"bandwagon" has 3 syllables: bandw-ag-on. It rhymes with dragon and wagon, if that helps it stick.

What does bandwagon mean?

noun

  1. A large wagon used to carry a band of musicians in a parade.
  2. A current movement that attracts wide support.

Words that rhyme with bandwagon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dragonwagonwaggonsnapdragondagen

Related words

cartcarriagechariotcarvehicletrainsettrainbandwaggon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bandwagon"?▾

"Bandwagon" has 3 syllables: bandw · ag · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "bandwagon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bandwagon" is /ˈbændˌwæɡ.ən/.

What does "bandwagon" mean?▾

Bandwagon: A large wagon used to carry a band of musicians in a parade.

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