How to Pronounce Junkyard

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

JUNKY-ard

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💡 Tip for remembering “junkyard”

"junkyard" has 2 syllables: junky-ard. It rhymes with regard and disregard, if that helps it stick.

What does junkyard mean?

noun

  1. A place where rubbish is placed.
  2. A business that sells used metal or items.

Synonyms

scrapheapdumpyardscrapyard

Words that rhyme with junkyard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

regarddisregardhardretardsafeguardvanguardmarredbarredavant-gardediscardjarredcourtyard

Related words

dumplandfillgarbagedumpsterpurseoutletbeaterscrap

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "junkyard"?▾

"Junkyard" has 2 syllables: junky · ard.

What does "junkyard" mean?▾

Junkyard: A place where rubbish is placed.

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