How to Pronounce Surround

To pronounce "surround", say SURR-ound — 2 syllables, IPA /səˈɹaʊnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/səˈɹaʊnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “surround”

"surround" has 2 syllables: surr-ound. It rhymes with profound and expound, if that helps it stick.

What does surround mean?

noun

  1. Anything, such as a fence or border, that surrounds something.

verb

  1. To encircle something or simultaneously extend in all directions.
  2. To enclose or confine something on all sides so as to prevent escape.

Synonyms

bebaybeleaguerbeset

Words that rhyme with surround

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

profoundexpoundresoundrenownedsoundconfoundgroundreboundstoundroundcompoundpound

Related words

encircleenvironbordersurroundingsenvironmentbesiegebeleaguerround

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "surround"?▾

"Surround" has 2 syllables: surr · ound.

What is the IPA transcription of "surround"?▾

The IPA transcription of "surround" is /səˈɹaʊnd/.

What does "surround" mean?▾

Surround: Anything, such as a fence or border, that surrounds something.

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