How to Pronounce Borough

To pronounce "borough", say BOR-ough — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbʌɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbʌɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “borough”

"borough" has 2 syllables: bor-ough. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does borough mean?

noun

  1. A fortified town.
  2. A town or city.

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Words that rhyme with borough

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

precincttownmunicipalitydistrictvillagecommunearrondissementward

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "borough"?▾

"Borough" has 2 syllables: bor · ough.

What is the IPA transcription of "borough"?▾

The IPA transcription of "borough" is /ˈbʌɹə/.

What does "borough" mean?▾

Borough: A fortified town.

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