How to Pronounce Walkabout

To pronounce "walkabout", say WALK-ab-out — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

WALK-ab-out

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💡 Tip for remembering “walkabout”

"walkabout" has 3 syllables: walk-ab-out. It rhymes with knockabout, if that helps it stick.

What does walkabout mean?

noun

  1. (Australian aboriginal) A nomadic excursion into the bush, especially one taken by young teenage boys in certain ancient-custom honoring tribes.
  2. A walking trip.

Words that rhyme with walkabout

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

knockabout

Related words

wildernessdesertwastelandtrekbushwalkbushwalkingbushrangingtramping

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "walkabout"?▾

"Walkabout" has 3 syllables: walk · ab · out.

What does "walkabout" mean?▾

Walkabout: (Australian aboriginal) A nomadic excursion into the bush, especially one taken by young teenage boys in certain ancient-custom honoring tribes.

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