To pronounce "bolder", say BOLD-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbəʊldə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈbəʊldə/
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"bolder" has 2 syllables: bold-er. It rhymes with shoulder and smolder, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: boulder — easy to mix up when writing.
adjective
“Bold deeds win admiration and, sometimes, medals.”
“the painter's bold use of colour and outline”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Bolder" has 2 syllables: bold · er.
The IPA transcription of "bolder" is /ˈbəʊldə/.
Bolder: Courageous, daring.
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