How to Pronounce Cowboy

To pronounce "cowboy", say COWB-oy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkaʊˌbɔɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkaʊˌbɔɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cowboy”

"cowboy" has 2 syllables: cowb-oy. It rhymes with coy and employ, if that helps it stick.

What does cowboy mean?

noun

  1. A man who tends free-range cattle, especially in the American West.
  2. A man who identifies with cowboy culture, including wearing a cowboy hat and being a fan of country and western music.

verb

  1. To work as a cowboy, herding cattle.

Words that rhyme with cowboy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coyemployenjoyalloyjoydestroytoyannoyploytomboydecoycorduroy

Related words

cowhandcowpunchercowpokecowherdcowmancattlemanpuncherrancher

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cowboy"?▾

"Cowboy" has 2 syllables: cowb · oy.

What is the IPA transcription of "cowboy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cowboy" is /ˈkaʊˌbɔɪ/.

What does "cowboy" mean?▾

Cowboy: A man who tends free-range cattle, especially in the American West.

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