How to Pronounce Bulletproof

To pronounce "bulletproof", say BULL-etpr-oof — 3 syllables, IPA /bʊl.ɪtpɹuːf/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

/bʊl.ɪtpɹuːf/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bulletproof”

"bulletproof" has 3 syllables: bull-etpr-oof. It rhymes with aloof and spoof, if that helps it stick.

What does bulletproof mean?

verb

  1. To make proof against bullets.
  2. To make resistant to failure.

    “We have to bulletproof this program before we let the users at it; check every input, catch every possible flaw...it must not fail in use.”

adjective

  1. (of a material) Capable of withstanding a direct shot by a bullet fired from a gun.

    “A bulletproof window.”

  2. Reliable, infallible, sturdy or error-tolerant.

Synonyms

foolproof

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Words that rhyme with bulletproof

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aloofspoofwoofgoofpooffoolproofhoofboufferoofweatherproofkloofouphe

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bulletproof"?▾

"Bulletproof" has 3 syllables: bull · etpr · oof.

What is the IPA transcription of "bulletproof"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bulletproof" is /bʊl.ɪtpɹuːf/.

What does "bulletproof" mean?▾

Bulletproof: To make proof against bullets.

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