How to Pronounce Vault

To pronounce "vault", say VAULT — one syllable, IPA /vɒlt/. 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

/vɒlt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “vault”

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

What does vault mean?

noun

  1. An arched masonry structure supporting and forming a ceiling, whether freestanding or forming part of a larger building.
  2. Any arched ceiling or roof.

verb

  1. To build as, or cover with a vault.

Synonyms

vaulting table

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Words that rhyme with vault

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exaltassaultdefaultfaultsaltasphaltmaltwaltgaltsaulthault

Related words

overleaphurdleroofkeystonearchcornerstonebasementbeam

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vault"?▾

"Vault" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "vault"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vault" is /vɒlt/.

What does "vault" mean?▾

Vault: An arched masonry structure supporting and forming a ceiling, whether freestanding or forming part of a larger building.

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