How to Pronounce Schoolyard

To pronounce "schoolyard", say SCHOOLY-ard — 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

SCHOOLY-ard

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💡 Tip for remembering “schoolyard”

"schoolyard" has 2 syllables: schooly-ard. It rhymes with regard and disregard, if that helps it stick.

What does schoolyard mean?

noun

  1. The grounds around a school.
  2. An open field near a school used for recreation by the students.

Words that rhyme with schoolyard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

regarddisregardhardretardsafeguardvanguardmarredbarredavant-gardediscardjarredcourtyard

Related words

playgroundcourtcourtyardpatiobackyardrecessyardschool

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "schoolyard"?▾

"Schoolyard" has 2 syllables: schooly · ard.

What does "schoolyard" mean?▾

Schoolyard: The grounds around a school.

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