How to Pronounce Bounce

To pronounce "bounce", say BOUNC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /baʊns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/baʊns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bounce”

"bounce" has 2 syllables: bounc-e. It rhymes with trounce and renounce, if that helps it stick.

What does bounce mean?

noun

A change of direction of motion after hitting the ground or an obstacle.
A movement up and then down (or vice versa), once or repeatedly.

verb

To change the direction of motion after hitting an obstacle.
“The tennis ball bounced off the wall before coming to rest in the ditch.”
To move quickly up and then down, or vice versa, once or repeatedly.
“He bounces nervously on his chair.”

Synonyms

rebound bob bobbing bouncing mad ups ups bounce back bang do it have sex

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Words that rhyme with bounce

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trounce renounce denounce jounce announce pronounce flounce pounce ounce frounce mispronounce rounce

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bounce"?▾

"Bounce" has 2 syllables: bounc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "bounce"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bounce" is /baʊns/.

What does "bounce" mean?▾

Bounce: A change of direction of motion after hitting the ground or an obstacle.

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