Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

baller band

/ˈbɔː.lɚ ˌbænd/

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.90 in modern English

Syllables: baller band
IPA: /ˈbɔː.lɚ ˌbænd/

15

Scrabble Score

10

Letters

1

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

a silicone rubber wristband (originating as a basketball sports wristband)

Example Sentences

"Maximo had supported the Duterte candidacy. He still wore the red-and-blue baller band with the president's name stamped in white. Maxio had voted for Duterte because Duterte was a strong man. […]"

Etymology

From baller + band. Popularized by sports brands like Nike, Inc., particularly initially for basketball.

Regional Pronunciation

American English: /ˈbɔː.lɚ ˌbænd/

Inflected Forms

baller bands (plural)

Derived Forms

baller

Frequently Paired Words

wristband wristlet bracelet

Questions

How do you pronounce baller band?: The recorded pronunciation is /ˈbɔː.lɚ ˌbænd/.
What does baller band mean?: a silicone rubber wristband (originating as a basketball sports wristband)
Where does baller band come from?: From baller + band. Popularized by sports brands like Nike, Inc., particularly initially for basketball.

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