How to Pronounce Toboggan

To pronounce "toboggan", say TOB-ogg-an — 3 syllables, IPA /təˈbɒɡ.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/təˈbɒɡ.ən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “toboggan”

"toboggan" has 3 syllables: tob-ogg-an. It rhymes with trogon and noggen, if that helps it stick.

What does toboggan mean?

noun

  1. A long sled without runners, with the front end curled upwards, which may be pulled across snow by a cord or used to coast down hills.
  2. A similar sled of wood, pulled by dogs, possibly with steel runners, made to transport cargo.

verb

  1. To slide down a hill on a toboggan or other object.
  2. To go downhill unstoppably until one reaches the bottom.

Synonyms

cariolecarriolesledgesled

Words that rhyme with toboggan

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trogonnoggenmogganlog-inbogenhogendraganohagan

Related words

lugesledcardboardplaceslidetoboggintobogantaboggan

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "toboggan"?▾

"Toboggan" has 3 syllables: tob · ogg · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "toboggan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "toboggan" is /təˈbɒɡ.ən/.

What does "toboggan" mean?▾

Toboggan: A long sled without runners, with the front end curled upwards, which may be pulled across snow by a cord or used to coast down hills.

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