How to Pronounce Furloughs

To pronounce "furloughs", say FURL-oughs — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

FURL-oughs

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💡 Tip for remembering “furloughs”

"furloughs" has 2 syllables: furl-oughs.

What does furloughs mean?

noun

  1. A leave of absence or vacation.
  2. The documents authorizing such leave.

verb

  1. To grant a furlough to (someone).
  2. To have (an employee) not work in order to reduce costs; to send (someone) on furlough.

Related words

sabbaticalvacations

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "furloughs"?▾

"Furloughs" has 2 syllables: furl · oughs.

What does "furloughs" mean?▾

Furloughs: A leave of absence or vacation.

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