How to Pronounce Belabored

To pronounce "belabored", say BEL-ab-or-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

BEL-ab-or-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “belabored”

"belabored" has 4 syllables: bel-ab-or-ed. It rhymes with laboured and labored, if that helps it stick.

What does belabored mean?

verb

  1. To labour about; labour over; work hard upon; ply diligently.
  2. To beat soundly; thump; beat someone.

Words that rhyme with belabored

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

labouredlaboredjaybirdmaybirdneighboredsabredhaybirdsabered

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "belabored"?▾

"Belabored" has 4 syllables: bel · ab · or · ed.

What does "belabored" mean?▾

Belabored: To labour about; labour over; work hard upon; ply diligently.

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