How to Pronounce Boondoggles

To pronounce "boondoggles", say BOOND-oggl-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

BOOND-oggl-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “boondoggles”

"boondoggles" has 3 syllables: boond-oggl-es. It rhymes with boggles and toggles, if that helps it stick.

What does boondoggles mean?

noun

  1. A braided ring to hold a neckerchief.
  2. A waste of time and/or money; a pointless activity.

    “Opponents consider this another billion-dollar government boondoggle.”

Synonyms

woggle

Words that rhyme with boondoggles

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bogglestogglesgogglesnaugles

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boondoggles"?▾

"Boondoggles" has 3 syllables: boond · oggl · es.

What does "boondoggles" mean?▾

Boondoggles: A braided ring to hold a neckerchief.

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