How to Pronounce Thoroughbred

To pronounce "thoroughbred", say THOR-oughbr-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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THOR-oughbr-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “thoroughbred”

"thoroughbred" has 3 syllables: thor-oughbr-ed. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does thoroughbred mean?

noun

  1. A horse of a breed derived from crosses between Arabian stallions and English mares, bred for racing. (usually capitalized: Thoroughbred.)
  2. Any purebred horse.

adjective

  1. Bred from pure stock.
  2. Well-bred and properly educated.

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Words that rhyme with thoroughbred

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dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thoroughbred"?▾

"Thoroughbred" has 3 syllables: thor · oughbr · ed.

What does "thoroughbred" mean?▾

Thoroughbred: A horse of a breed derived from crosses between Arabian stallions and English mares, bred for racing. (usually capitalized: Thoroughbred.)

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