How to Pronounce Boredom

To pronounce "boredom", say BOR-ed-om — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɔː.dəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbɔː.dəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “boredom”

"boredom" has 3 syllables: bor-ed-om. It rhymes with fordham, if that helps it stick.

What does boredom mean?

noun

  1. The state of being bored.
  2. An instance or period of being bored; A bored state.

Synonyms

ennui

Words that rhyme with boredom

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fordham

Related words

tediumennuiboreboredtroubleproblemnuisanceannoyance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boredom"?▾

"Boredom" has 3 syllables: bor · ed · om.

What is the IPA transcription of "boredom"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boredom" is /ˈbɔː.dəm/.

What does "boredom" mean?▾

Boredom: The state of being bored.

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