How to Pronounce Bulldog

To pronounce "bulldog", say BULLD-og — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbʊldɑɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈbʊldɑɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bulldog”

"bulldog" has 2 syllables: bulld-og. It rhymes with agog and bog, if that helps it stick.

What does bulldog mean?

noun

A breed of dog developed in England by the crossing of the bullbaiting dog and the Pug to produce a ladies companion dog. Having a very smooth coat, a flattened face, wrinkly cheeks, powerful front legs and smaller hind legs.
British bulldog

verb

To chase (a steer) on horseback and wrestle it to the ground by twisting its horns (as a rodeo performance).

Synonyms

English bulldog

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Words that rhyme with bulldog

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agog bog fog analog catalogue slog dog monologue epilogue dialogue flog jog

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bulldog"?▾

"Bulldog" has 2 syllables: bulld · og.

What is the IPA transcription of "bulldog"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bulldog" is /ˈbʊldɑɡ/.

What does "bulldog" mean?▾

Bulldog: A breed of dog developed in England by the crossing of the bullbaiting dog and the Pug to produce a ladies companion dog. Having a very smooth coat, a flattened face, wrinkly cheeks, powerful front legs and smaller hind legs.

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