How to Pronounce Robbery

To pronounce "robbery", say ROBB-ery — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɒbəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɹɒbəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “robbery”

"robbery" has 2 syllables: robb-ery. It rhymes with snobbery, if that helps it stick.

What does robbery mean?

noun

  1. The act or practice of robbing.
  2. The offense of taking or attempting to take the property of another by force or threat of force.

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Words that rhyme with robbery

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snobbery

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "robbery"?▾

"Robbery" has 2 syllables: robb · ery.

What is the IPA transcription of "robbery"?▾

The IPA transcription of "robbery" is /ˈɹɒbəɹi/.

What does "robbery" mean?▾

Robbery: The act or practice of robbing.

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