How to Pronounce Rebound

To pronounce "rebound", say REB-ound — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹiˈbaʊnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɹiˈbaʊnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rebound”

"rebound" has 2 syllables: reb-ound. It rhymes with profound and expound, if that helps it stick.

What does rebound mean?

noun

  1. The recoil of an object bouncing off another.
  2. A return to health or well-being; a recovery.

    “I am on the rebound.”

verb

  1. To bound or spring back from a force.
  2. To give back an echo.

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Words that rhyme with rebound

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profoundexpoundresoundrenownedsoundconfoundgroundstoundroundcompoundpoundbackground

Related words

backlashrecoilbouncerallyrepercussionboundricochetspring

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rebound"?▾

"Rebound" has 2 syllables: reb · ound.

What is the IPA transcription of "rebound"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rebound" is /ɹiˈbaʊnd/.

What does "rebound" mean?▾

Rebound: The recoil of an object bouncing off another.

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