How to Pronounce Ombudsman

To pronounce "ombudsman", say OMB-udsm-an — 3 syllables, IPA /ɔmˈbʊdzmən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɔmˈbʊdzmən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ombudsman”

"ombudsman" has 3 syllables: omb-udsm-an.

What does ombudsman mean?

noun

  1. An appointed official whose duty is to investigate complaints, generally on behalf of individuals such as consumers or taxpayers, against institutions such as companies and government departments.
  2. A designated internal mediator in an organization whose duty is to assist members with conflict resolution and other problems and to serve as an independent consultant to recommend changes to policies or procedures to improve organization effectiveness, efficiency, and humaneness.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ombudsman"?▾

"Ombudsman" has 3 syllables: omb · udsm · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "ombudsman"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ombudsman" is /ɔmˈbʊdzmən/.

What does "ombudsman" mean?▾

Ombudsman: An appointed official whose duty is to investigate complaints, generally on behalf of individuals such as consumers or taxpayers, against institutions such as companies and government departments.

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