How to Pronounce Blouse

To pronounce "blouse", say BLOUS-e — 2 syllables, IPA /blaʊs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/blaʊs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blouse”

"blouse" has 2 syllables: blous-e. It rhymes with rouse and grouse, if that helps it stick.

What does blouse mean?

noun

  1. A shirt, typically loose and reaching from the neck to the waist.
  2. A shirt for women, particularly a shirt with buttons; a dress shirt tailored for women.

verb

  1. To hang a garment in loose folds.
  2. To tuck one's pants/trousers (into one's boots).

Synonyms

bodice

Antonyms

unblouse

Words that rhyme with blouse

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rousegrouseespousespousehouselousepowerhousegreenhouselighthousepenthouseguesthousedormouse

Related words

jackett-shirtshirtgowncoatwaistrobecorsage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blouse"?▾

"Blouse" has 2 syllables: blous · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "blouse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blouse" is /blaʊs/.

What does "blouse" mean?▾

Blouse: A shirt, typically loose and reaching from the neck to the waist.

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