How to Pronounce Boomerang

To pronounce "boomerang", say BOOM-er-ang — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbuːməɹæŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈbuːməɹæŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “boomerang”

"boomerang" has 3 syllables: boom-er-ang. It rhymes with bang and tang, if that helps it stick.

What does boomerang mean?

noun

  1. A flat curved airfoil, that spins about an axis perpendicular to the direction of flight, that was originally used in various parts of the world as hunting weapons or, in returnable types, for sports or training.
  2. A breakdancing move in which the performer walks on his or her hands while keeping the legs raised off the ground.

verb

  1. To return or rebound unexpectedly, especially when the result is undesired; to backfire.
  2. To travel in a curved path.

Synonyms

kylie

Words that rhyme with boomerang

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bangtangharanguepangclangoverhangslanghanggangfangprangrang

Related words

backfireboombatswingrolleronspinner

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boomerang"?▾

"Boomerang" has 3 syllables: boom · er · ang.

What is the IPA transcription of "boomerang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boomerang" is /ˈbuːməɹæŋ/.

What does "boomerang" mean?▾

Boomerang: A flat curved airfoil, that spins about an axis perpendicular to the direction of flight, that was originally used in various parts of the world as hunting weapons or, in returnable types, for sports or training.

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