How to Pronounce Contraband

To pronounce "contraband", say CONTR-ab-and — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒn.tɹəˌbænd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈkɒn.tɹəˌbænd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contraband”

"contraband" has 3 syllables: contr-ab-and. It rhymes with reprimand and command, if that helps it stick.

What does contraband mean?

noun

  1. Any goods which are illicit or illegal to possess
  2. Goods which are prohibited from being traded, smuggled goods

verb

  1. To import illegally; to smuggle.
  2. To declare prohibited; to forbid.

adjective

  1. Prohibited from being traded

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Words that rhyme with contraband

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reprimandcommandexpanddemandunderstandbandlandbrandstandoffhandgrandhinterland

Related words

bootlegblack-marketillegalblacksmuggledsmugglingsmugglertrafficking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contraband"?▾

"Contraband" has 3 syllables: contr · ab · and.

What is the IPA transcription of "contraband"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contraband" is /ˈkɒn.tɹəˌbænd/.

What does "contraband" mean?▾

Contraband: Any goods which are illicit or illegal to possess

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