How to Pronounce Oboe

To pronounce "oboe", say OB-oe — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈoʊboʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈoʊboʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “oboe”

"oboe" has 2 syllables: ob-oe. It rhymes with bobo and lobo, if that helps it stick.

What does oboe mean?

noun

  1. A soprano and melody wind instrument in the modern orchestra and wind ensemble. It is a smaller instrument and generally made of grenadilla wood. It is a member of the double reed family.

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Words that rhyme with oboe

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bobolobohoboroboglobojacobocobo

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oboe"?▾

"Oboe" has 2 syllables: ob · oe.

What is the IPA transcription of "oboe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "oboe" is /ˈoʊboʊ/.

What does "oboe" mean?▾

Oboe: A soprano and melody wind instrument in the modern orchestra and wind ensemble. It is a smaller instrument and generally made of grenadilla wood. It is a member of the double reed family.

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