How to Pronounce Lampposts

To pronounce "lampposts", say LAMPP-osts — 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

LAMPP-osts

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💡 Tip for remembering “lampposts”

"lampposts" has 2 syllables: lampp-osts. It rhymes with outposts and guideposts, if that helps it stick.

What does lampposts mean?

noun

  1. The pole that holds up a light so it can illuminate a wide area, such as holds up a streetlight.

Synonyms

lightpost

Words that rhyme with lampposts

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

outpostsguidepostsboastshostspostscoaststoastsroastssternpostscohostsghostsjostes

Related words

polesstreetlightsrailingsbollardsstreetlampflagpolessignboardspylons

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lampposts"?▾

"Lampposts" has 2 syllables: lampp · osts.

What does "lampposts" mean?▾

Lampposts: The pole that holds up a light so it can illuminate a wide area, such as holds up a streetlight.

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