How to pronounce "sandbox"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "sandbox"

Learn how to break down "sandbox" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

sand-box
2 syllables

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈsændbɒks/
/ˈsændbɑks/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

S AE1 N D B AA2 K S
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "sandbox"

Pronunciation: /ˈsændbɒks/

Noun

  • A children's play area consisting of a box filled with sand.
  • A box filled with sand that is shaped to form a mould for metal casting.
  • A container for sand or pounce, used historically before blotting paper.
  • An animal's litter box.
  • A box carried on locomotives, from which sand runs onto the rails in front of the driving wheels, to prevent slipping.
  • An isolated area where a program can be executed with a restricted portion of the resources available.
    Example: "Running a program in a sandbox can prevent it from doing any damage to the system."
  • (Wiktionary and WMF jargon) A page on a wiki where users are free to experiment without destroying or damaging any legitimate content.
  • (usually "The Sandbox") The Middle East.

Verb

  • To restrict (a program, etc.) by placing it in a sandbox.

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