How to Pronounce Bolster

To pronounce "bolster", say BOLST-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbəʊlstə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbəʊlstə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bolster”

"bolster" has 2 syllables: bolst-er. It rhymes with holster and upholster, if that helps it stick.

What does bolster mean?

noun

  1. A large cushion or pillow.
  2. A pad, quilt, or anything used to hinder pressure, support part of the body, or make a bandage sit easy upon a wounded part; a compress.

verb

  1. To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.

Synonyms

Dutch wifecross-headpillow

Words that rhyme with bolster

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

holsterupholsterpollsterpolstertoalster

Related words

padsupportupholsterybedspurunderpinbuttressentrench

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bolster"?▾

"Bolster" has 2 syllables: bolst · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "bolster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bolster" is /ˈbəʊlstə/.

What does "bolster" mean?▾

Bolster: A large cushion or pillow.

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