How to Pronounce Barbell

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

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BARB-ell

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💡 Tip for remembering “barbell”

"barbell" has 2 syllables: barb-ell. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does barbell mean?

noun

  1. A wide steel bar with premeasured weights affixed to either end, with the central span open for the hands of the weightlifter.

Words that rhyme with barbell

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

sandbellbarretribar

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "barbell"?▾

"Barbell" has 2 syllables: barb · ell.

What does "barbell" mean?▾

Barbell: A wide steel bar with premeasured weights affixed to either end, with the central span open for the hands of the weightlifter.

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