How to Pronounce "showboat"

word

ˈʃoʊˌboʊt

SHOH-boht

ʃˈəʊbəʊt

SHOH-boht

Definition

A person who attracts attention to themselves by showing off or behaving in a flashy way, especially in sports or performance. Can also be a verb meaning to act in this showy style.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈʃoʊˌboʊt

British English

ʃˈəʊbəʊt

Simplified Pronunciation

SHOH-boht

Listen in Context

The player was called a showboat for his flashy moves.

Don't be a showboat during the team presentation.

He always tries to showboat in front of the crowd.

Nobody likes a showboat when the team needs to work together.