How to Pronounce Board

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

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Syllable

Letters

/bɔːd/

IPA

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

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

noun

A relatively long, wide and thin piece of any material, usually wood or similar, often for use in construction or furniture-making.
A device (e.g., switchboard) containing electrical switches and other controls and designed to control lights, sound, telephone connections, etc.

verb

To step or climb onto or otherwise enter a ship, aircraft, train or other conveyance.
“It is time to board the aircraft.”
To provide someone with meals and lodging, usually in exchange for money.
“to board one's horse at a livery stable”