To pronounce "nabob", say NAB-ob — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈneɪbɒb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈneɪbɒb/
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"nabob" has 2 syllables: nab-ob.
noun
"Nabob" has 2 syllables: nab · ob.
The IPA transcription of "nabob" is /ˈneɪbɒb/.
Nabob: An Indian ruler within the Mogul empire.
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