How to pronounce wallboard
Say it like WAWL-bord. Wallboard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAWL).
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- WAWL
- bord
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wallboard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WAWLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- bordGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of wallboard
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAWL-bawd.
What does wallboard mean?
- A construction material of pre-made boards used for walls and ceilings, usually a gypsum core with a paper surface.
Where does wallboard come from?
From wall + board.
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Questions about saying wallboard
How do you pronounce wallboard?
Say WAWL-bord. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɔlˌbɔrd/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːlˌbɔːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wallboard?
Wallboard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAWL). Broken into parts: WAWL · bord.
Is wallboard pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈwɔːlˌbɔːd/ (WAWL-bawd).