How to Pronounce Runabout

To pronounce "runabout", say RUN-ab-out — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

RUN-ab-out

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💡 Tip for remembering “runabout”

"runabout" has 3 syllables: run-ab-out. It rhymes with stout and rout, if that helps it stick.

What does runabout mean?

noun

  1. Any of several small vehicles, especially a small motor car for use on short journeys.
  2. A motor car having a single row of seats.

Words that rhyme with runabout

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stoutroutflouttoutdevoutdoubtspoutpoutgloutcloutscoutshout

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "runabout"?▾

"Runabout" has 3 syllables: run · ab · out.

What does "runabout" mean?▾

Runabout: Any of several small vehicles, especially a small motor car for use on short journeys.

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