How to Pronounce Bollards

To pronounce "bollards", say BOLL-ards — 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

BOLL-ards

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💡 Tip for remembering “bollards”

"bollards" has 2 syllables: boll-ards. It rhymes with lollards and pollards, if that helps it stick.

What does bollards mean?

noun

  1. A strong vertical post of timber or iron, fixed to the ground and/or on the deck of a ship, to which the ship's mooring lines etc are secured.
  2. A similar post preventing vehicle access to a pedestrian area, to delineate traffic lanes, or used for security purposes.

Words that rhyme with bollards

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lollardspollards

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bollards"?▾

"Bollards" has 2 syllables: boll · ards.

What does "bollards" mean?▾

Bollards: A strong vertical post of timber or iron, fixed to the ground and/or on the deck of a ship, to which the ship's mooring lines etc are secured.

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