How to Pronounce Rearguard

To pronounce "rearguard", say REARG-uard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “rearguard”

"rearguard" has 2 syllables: rearg-uard.

What does rearguard mean?

noun

  1. The rearmost part of a force, especially a detachment of troops that protect the rear of a retreating force.
  2. The defence, collectively the defenders.

Antonyms

vanguard

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rearguard"?▾

"Rearguard" has 2 syllables: rearg · uard.

What is the IPA transcription of "rearguard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rearguard" is /ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd/.

What does "rearguard" mean?▾

Rearguard: The rearmost part of a force, especially a detachment of troops that protect the rear of a retreating force.

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