How to Pronounce Ferryboat

To pronounce "ferryboat", say FERRYB-oat — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɛɹiˌbəʊt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈfɛɹiˌbəʊt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ferryboat”

"ferryboat" has 2 syllables: ferryb-oat. It rhymes with promote and connote, if that helps it stick.

What does ferryboat mean?

noun

A boat used to ferry passengers, vehicles, or goods across open water, especially one that runs to a regular schedule

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Words that rhyme with ferryboat

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promote connote float denote mote scapegoat note anecdote cutthroat gloat remote turncoat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ferryboat"?▾

"Ferryboat" has 2 syllables: ferryb · oat.

What is the IPA transcription of "ferryboat"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ferryboat" is /ˈfɛɹiˌbəʊt/.

What does "ferryboat" mean?▾

Ferryboat: A boat used to ferry passengers, vehicles, or goods across open water, especially one that runs to a regular schedule

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