How to Pronounce Blocks

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/blɒks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blocks”

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

Sounds exactly like: blocs — easy to mix up when writing.

What does blocks mean?

noun

  1. A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.

    “a block of ice”

  2. A chopping block; cuboid base for cutting or beheading.

    “Anne Boleyn placed her head on the block and awaited her execution.”

verb

  1. To fill (something) so that it is not possible to pass.

    “The pipe is blocked.”

  2. To prevent (something or someone) from passing.

    “You're blocking the road – I can't get through!”

Synonyms

roofstuffwallbarrierblockageobstructioncity block

Words that rhyme with blocks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradoxfauxunorthodoxequinoxflummoxfoxboxcoxlockspoxrocksbalks

Related words

barstuffpulleybarricadelugfreezeblockadeparry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blocks"?▾

"Blocks" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "blocks"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blocks" is /blɒks/.

What does "blocks" mean?▾

Blocks: A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.

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