How to Pronounce Outback

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

OUTB-ack

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💡 Tip for remembering “outback”

"outback" has 2 syllables: outb-ack. It rhymes with crack and slack, if that helps it stick.

What does outback mean?

noun

  1. The most remote and desolate areas of Australia; the desert and areas too arid for growing crops.

adjective

  1. Characteristic of the most remote and desolate areas of Australia; very remote from urban areas.

adverb

  1. To or towards the most remote and desolate areas of Australia.

Synonyms

bush

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Words that rhyme with outback

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crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

backwoodsremoteinaccessibleunaccessiblebushhinterlandbushlandoutwaste

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "outback"?▾

"Outback" has 2 syllables: outb · ack.

What does "outback" mean?▾

Outback: The most remote and desolate areas of Australia; the desert and areas too arid for growing crops.

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