How to Pronounce Surfboard

To pronounce "surfboard", say SURFB-oard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɜːfˌbɔːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈsɜːfˌbɔːd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “surfboard”

"surfboard" has 2 syllables: surfb-oard. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

What does surfboard mean?

noun

  1. A shaped waterproof plank, usually made of wood or foam and reinforced plastic, used to surf on waves.

    “Two sharks attacked the surfboard.”

verb

  1. To use a surfboard; to surf.

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Words that rhyme with surfboard

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "surfboard"?▾

"Surfboard" has 2 syllables: surfb · oard.

What is the IPA transcription of "surfboard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "surfboard" is /ˈsɜːfˌbɔːd/.

What does "surfboard" mean?▾

Surfboard: A shaped waterproof plank, usually made of wood or foam and reinforced plastic, used to surf on waves.

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