How to Pronounce Saddle

To pronounce "saddle", say SADDL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsædəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsædəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “saddle”

"saddle" has 2 syllables: saddl-e. It rhymes with addle and paddle, if that helps it stick.

What does saddle mean?

noun

  1. A seat (tack) for a rider placed on the back of a horse or other animal.
  2. An item of harness (harness saddle) placed on the back of a horse or other animal.

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Words that rhyme with saddle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

addlepaddlestraddleraddleastraddlestaddlespraddlespadilledaddlebradawlfaddlecadelle

Related words

saddlebackburdenchargehorsestoolcollarnetpillion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "saddle"?▾

"Saddle" has 2 syllables: saddl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "saddle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "saddle" is /ˈsædəl/.

What does "saddle" mean?▾

Saddle: A seat (tack) for a rider placed on the back of a horse or other animal.

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