How to Pronounce Bland

To pronounce "bland", say BLAND — one syllable, IPA /blænd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/blænd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bland”

"bland" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with reprimand and command, if that helps it stick.

What does bland mean?

adjective

  1. Having a soothing effect; not irritating or stimulating.

    “a bland diet”

  2. Lacking in taste, flavor, or vigor.

    “The coffee was bland.”

Words that rhyme with bland

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reprimandcommandexpanddemandunderstandbandlandbrandstandoffhandgrandhinterland

Related words

vapidtastelessinsipidflavorlesssavorlessunstimulatingunexcitingflavourless

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bland"?▾

"Bland" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "bland"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bland" is /blænd/.

What does "bland" mean?▾

Bland: Having a soothing effect; not irritating or stimulating.

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