How to Pronounce Boggle

To pronounce "boggle", say BOGGL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɒɡ.əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbɒɡ.əl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “boggle”

"boggle" has 2 syllables: boggl-e. It rhymes with coggle and boondoggle, if that helps it stick.

What does boggle mean?

noun

  1. A scruple or objection.
  2. A bungle; a botched situation.

verb

  1. Either literally or figuratively to stop or hesitate as if suddenly seeing a bogle.

    “The dogs went on, but the horse boggled at the sudden appearance of the strange beast.”

  2. To be bewildered, dumbfounded, or confused.

    “He boggled at the surprising news.”

Words that rhyme with boggle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coggleboondogglegogglejoggletogglebrogglegogoldogaldoglenauglenogglesahgal

Related words

flabbergastconfusedumbfoundamazebufflebobblebamboozlehabble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boggle"?▾

"Boggle" has 2 syllables: boggl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "boggle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boggle" is /ˈbɒɡ.əl/.

What does "boggle" mean?▾

Boggle: A scruple or objection.

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