To pronounce "boudoir", say BOUD-oir — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbuːdwɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈbuːdwɑː/
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"boudoir" has 2 syllables: boud-oir. It rhymes with noir and soir, if that helps it stick.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Boudoir" has 2 syllables: boud · oir.
The IPA transcription of "boudoir" is /ˈbuːdwɑː/.
Boudoir: A woman's private sitting room, dressing room, or bedroom.
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