How to Pronounce Boarding

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

BOARD-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “boarding”

"boarding" has 2 syllables: board-ing. It rhymes with rewarding and according, if that helps it stick.

What does boarding mean?

verb

  1. To step or climb onto or otherwise enter a ship, aircraft, train or other conveyance.

    “It is time to board the aircraft.”

  2. To provide someone with meals and lodging, usually in exchange for money.

    “to board one's horse at a livery stable”

noun

  1. The act of people getting aboard a ship aircraft, train, bus etc.; embarkation
  2. The act of a sailor or boarding party attacking an enemy ship by boarding it

Antonyms

alightdisembark

Words that rhyme with boarding

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boarding"?▾

"Boarding" has 2 syllables: board · ing.

What does "boarding" mean?▾

Boarding: To step or climb onto or otherwise enter a ship, aircraft, train or other conveyance.

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