How to Pronounce Billiard

To pronounce "billiard", say BILL-iard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɪl.i.ə(ɹ)d/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈbɪl.i.ə(ɹ)d/

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💡 Tip for remembering “billiard”

"billiard" has 2 syllables: bill-iard.

What does billiard mean?

noun

  1. A shot in billiards or snooker in which the cue ball strikes two other balls; a carom.
  2. Pertaining to the game of billiards.

    “a billiard table; a billiard ball”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "billiard"?▾

"Billiard" has 2 syllables: bill · iard.

What is the IPA transcription of "billiard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "billiard" is /ˈbɪl.i.ə(ɹ)d/.

What does "billiard" mean?▾

Billiard: A shot in billiards or snooker in which the cue ball strikes two other balls; a carom.

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