How to Pronounce Blond

To pronounce "blond", say BLOND — one syllable, IPA /blɒnd/. 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

/blɒnd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “blond”

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

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

What does blond mean?

noun

  1. A pale yellowish (golden brown) color, especially said of hair color.
  2. A person with this hair color.

verb

  1. To color or dye blond

adjective

  1. Of a bleached or pale golden (light yellowish) colour.

    “blond ale”

  2. (of a person) Having blond hair.

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Words that rhyme with blond

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fondabscondbeyondresponddonnedfrondmaundspawnedblondecorrespondwandmonde

Related words

blonderedheadedtowheadedflaxensandyfairfairishnordic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blond"?▾

"Blond" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "blond"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blond" is /blɒnd/.

What does "blond" mean?▾

Blond: A pale yellowish (golden brown) color, especially said of hair color.

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