How to Pronounce Blindfold

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

BLINDF-old

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💡 Tip for remembering “blindfold”

"blindfold" has 2 syllables: blindf-old. It rhymes with cold and hold, if that helps it stick.

What does blindfold mean?

noun

  1. A covering, usually a bandage, for the eyes, blocking light to the eyes.

    “I put a blindfold over my boyfriend's eyes and told him I had a surprise for him.”

  2. Something that obscures vision (literally or metaphorically).

verb

  1. To cover the eyes, in order to make someone unable to see.
  2. To obscure understanding or comprehension.

adjective

  1. Having the eyes covered so as to obscure vision
  2. Thoughtless; reckless.

Words that rhyme with blindfold

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coldholdthresholdscoldboldoldmoldstrolledstrongholdgoldfoldtold

Related words

blindunsightedboypatchbuncheyebandheadband

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blindfold"?▾

"Blindfold" has 2 syllables: blindf · old.

What does "blindfold" mean?▾

Blindfold: A covering, usually a bandage, for the eyes, blocking light to the eyes.

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