How to Pronounce Howdah

To pronounce "howdah", say HOWD-ah — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhaʊdə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhaʊdə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “howdah”

"howdah" has 2 syllables: howd-ah. It rhymes with pagoda and soda, if that helps it stick.

What does howdah mean?

noun

  1. A seat, usually with a canopy, carried on the back of an elephant or camel.
  2. An ornate carriage which is positioned on the back of elephants or occasionally other animals, used most often in the past for rich people who travelled in India via elephant.

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Words that rhyme with howdah

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pagodasoda

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "howdah"?▾

"Howdah" has 2 syllables: howd · ah.

What is the IPA transcription of "howdah"?▾

The IPA transcription of "howdah" is /ˈhaʊdə/.

What does "howdah" mean?▾

Howdah: A seat, usually with a canopy, carried on the back of an elephant or camel.

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