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How to pronounce wardrobe
/ˈwɔːdrəʊb/ British English
WAW·drohb
2 beats (syllables). The strong beat is the first one.
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WAR·drob
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WAW·drohb
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ar sounds like aw, and obe rhymes with robe: WAW-drohb.
In a sentence
Hang your coat in the wardrobe.
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How do you pronounce wardrobe?
In British English, wardrobe is pronounced /ˈwɔːdrəʊb/. Say it like this: WAW-drohb. ar sounds like aw, and obe rhymes with robe: WAW-drohb.
How many syllables are in wardrobe?
When you say it, wardrobe has 2 syllables: WAW-drohb. The strong beat is the first one, WAW.
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