How to Pronounce Roadblocks

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

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

ROADBL-ocks

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💡 Tip for remembering “roadblocks”

"roadblocks" has 2 syllables: roadbl-ocks. It rhymes with paradox and faux, if that helps it stick.

What does roadblocks mean?

noun

  1. Something that blocks or obstructs a road.
  2. An obstacle or impediment.

verb

  1. To prevent, hinder.

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Words that rhyme with roadblocks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradoxfauxunorthodoxequinoxflummoxfoxboxcoxlockspoxrocksbalks

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "roadblocks"?▾

"Roadblocks" has 2 syllables: roadbl · ocks.

What does "roadblocks" mean?▾

Roadblocks: Something that blocks or obstructs a road.

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