How to Pronounce Boardwalk

To pronounce "boardwalk", say BOARDW-alk — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɔːdwɔːk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈbɔːdwɔːk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “boardwalk”

"boardwalk" has 2 syllables: boardw-alk. It rhymes with gawk and stock, if that helps it stick.

What does boardwalk mean?

noun

  1. A slightly elevated path for pedestrians over sandy or swampy ground, typically made out of wood; specifically one running alongside a body of water or beach.

verb

  1. To install a boardwalk over.

Synonyms

promenade

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Words that rhyme with boardwalk

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gawkstockcockstalkshockblocksquawkmockbaulkknockhawkflock

Related words

bridgecausewayfootbridgeoverpasscurbsidewalkkerbparkway

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boardwalk"?▾

"Boardwalk" has 2 syllables: boardw · alk.

What is the IPA transcription of "boardwalk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boardwalk" is /ˈbɔːdwɔːk/.

What does "boardwalk" mean?▾

Boardwalk: A slightly elevated path for pedestrians over sandy or swampy ground, typically made out of wood; specifically one running alongside a body of water or beach.

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