How to Pronounce Slab

To pronounce "slab", say SLAB — one syllable, IPA /slæb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/slæb/

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💡 Tip for remembering “slab”

"slab" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with drab and stab, if that helps it stick.

What does slab mean?

noun

  1. A large, flat piece of solid material; a solid object that is large and flat.
  2. A paving stone; a flagstone.

verb

  1. To make something into a slab.

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Words that rhyme with slab

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

drabstabdabgrabcrabgabcababnabfabflabknab

Related words

bricktilepavingmonolithplaqueheadstonetableblock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slab"?▾

"Slab" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "slab"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slab" is /slæb/.

What does "slab" mean?▾

Slab: A large, flat piece of solid material; a solid object that is large and flat.

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