How to Pronounce Guardrail

To pronounce "guardrail", say GUARDR-ail — 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

GUARDR-ail

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💡 Tip for remembering “guardrail”

"guardrail" has 2 syllables: guardr-ail. It rhymes with wail and gale, if that helps it stick.

What does guardrail mean?

noun

  1. A rail set alongside a dangerous place in order to improve safety.

Synonyms

crash barrierguard railingguide boardguide railside railtraffic barrier

Words that rhyme with guardrail

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wailgaleavailfrailassailtravailprevailentailstaleunveilailbale

Related words

guiderailgrabrailhandrailbufferrailing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guardrail"?▾

"Guardrail" has 2 syllables: guardr · ail.

What does "guardrail" mean?▾

Guardrail: A rail set alongside a dangerous place in order to improve safety.

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