How to Pronounce Dashboard

To pronounce "dashboard", say DASHB-oard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdæʃˌbɔː(ɹ)d/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈdæʃˌbɔː(ɹ)d/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dashboard”

"dashboard" has 2 syllables: dashb-oard. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

What does dashboard mean?

noun

A panel under the windscreen of a motor car or aircraft, containing indicator dials, compartments, and sometimes controls.
An upturned screen of wood or leather placed on the front of a horse-drawn carriage, sleigh or other vehicle that protected the driver from mud, debris, water and snow thrown up by the horse's hooves.

verb

To organize in a dashboard format.
“Dashboarding your work can enhance productivity.”

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Words that rhyme with dashboard

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dashboard"?▾

"Dashboard" has 2 syllables: dashb · oard.

What is the IPA transcription of "dashboard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dashboard" is /ˈdæʃˌbɔː(ɹ)d/.

What does "dashboard" mean?▾

Dashboard: A panel under the windscreen of a motor car or aircraft, containing indicator dials, compartments, and sometimes controls.

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