How to Pronounce Blackboard

To pronounce "blackboard", say BLACKB-oard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈblækbɔːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈblækbɔːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blackboard”

"blackboard" has 2 syllables: blackb-oard. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

What does blackboard mean?

noun

  1. A large flat surface, finished with black slate or a similar material, that can be written upon with chalk and subsequently erased; a chalkboard.

verb

  1. To use a blackboard to assist in an informal discussion.

Words that rhyme with blackboard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accordlordoverlordabhorreduntowardhorderewardsoaredimploredchordawardwarlord

Related words

chalkboardwhiteboardpaintingtableaupicturecharttableslate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blackboard"?▾

"Blackboard" has 2 syllables: blackb · oard.

What is the IPA transcription of "blackboard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blackboard" is /ˈblækbɔːd/.

What does "blackboard" mean?▾

Blackboard: A large flat surface, finished with black slate or a similar material, that can be written upon with chalk and subsequently erased; a chalkboard.

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