How to Pronounce Bobsled

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

BOBSL-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “bobsled”

"bobsled" has 2 syllables: bobsl-ed. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does bobsled mean?

noun

  1. A sled used to go down a bob track.
  2. The sport of travelling down a bob track as fast as possible.

verb

  1. To ride a bobsled.

Synonyms

bobsleighbobsledding

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Words that rhyme with bobsled

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dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

bobsleighbobbobrunmonobobtobogganskibobcoastersled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bobsled"?▾

"Bobsled" has 2 syllables: bobsl · ed.

What does "bobsled" mean?▾

Bobsled: A sled used to go down a bob track.

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