How to Pronounce Boundary

"Boundary" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈbaʊndɝi/ in IPA and it has 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈbaʊndɝi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/bˈaʊndəɹi/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “boundary”

"boundary" has 3 syllables: boundary.

What does boundary mean?

noun

  1. The dividing line or location between two areas.
  2. The bounds, confines, or limits between immaterial things (such as one’s comfort zone, privacy, or professional sphere and the realm beyond).

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "boundary"?▾

"Boundary" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈbaʊndɝi/ in IPA and it has 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

How many syllables are in "boundary"?▾

"Boundary" has 3 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "boundary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boundary" is /ˈbaʊndɝi/.

What does "boundary" mean?▾

Boundary: The dividing line or location between two areas.

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