How to Pronounce Boomslang

To pronounce "boomslang", say BOOMSL-ang — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbuːmˌslæŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈbuːmˌslæŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “boomslang”

"boomslang" has 2 syllables: boomsl-ang.

What does boomslang mean?

noun

  1. A highly venomous snake found in sub-Saharan Africa, Dispholidus typus.

Related words

boomslangeskaapstekergrootslangblacksnakeschaapsteker

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boomslang"?▾

"Boomslang" has 2 syllables: boomsl · ang.

What is the IPA transcription of "boomslang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boomslang" is /ˈbuːmˌslæŋ/.

What does "boomslang" mean?▾

Boomslang: A highly venomous snake found in sub-Saharan Africa, Dispholidus typus.

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