Abord vs. Aboard — Which is Correct Spelling?
Edited by Sumaia Saeed — By Munazza Shafiq — Updated on May 7, 2024
Abord is the incorrect spelling. Aboard is the correct form, meaning on or onto a ship, train, bus, or plane.
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Which is correct: Abord or Aboard
How to spell Aboard?
Abord
Incorrect Spelling
Aboard
Correct Spelling
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Key Differences
Abord is not used in English. Think of "a-" meaning "on."
Remember that "aboard" sounds like "a board," as in stepping onto a board (vehicle).
How Do You Spell Aboard Correctly?
Incorrect: They enjoyed their journey abord the train.
Correct: They enjoyed their journey aboard the train.
Incorrect: He got abord the bus just in time.
Correct: He got aboard the bus just in time.
Incorrect: We welcomed the new team member abord the project.
Correct: We welcomed the new team member aboard the project.
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Incorrect: Is everyone abord the plane?
Correct: Is everyone aboard the plane?
Incorrect: The passengers climbed abord the ship.
Correct: The passengers climbed aboard the ship.
Aboard Definitions
In or on a particular situation or place.
Everyone aboard was very excited.
On or onto a ship, train, bus, or plane.
She got aboard the plane quickly.
Part of a group or organization.
We're glad to have her aboard the team.
Alongside or on board a vessel.
We have extra crew aboard today.
On board a ship, train, aircraft, or other passenger vehicle.
At the side; alongside.
In or into a group, organization, or business
Brought aboard two new designers.
(Baseball) On base.
On board of; on; in.
On board; into or within a ship or boat; hence, into or within a railway car.
We all climbed aboard.
On or onto a horse, a camel, etc.
To sling a saddle aboard.
Into a team, group, or company.
The office manager welcomed him aboard.
(nautical) Alongside.
The ships came close aboard to pass messages.
The captain laid his ship aboard the enemy's ship.
On board of; onto or into a ship, boat, train, plane.
We all went aboard the ship.
Onto a horse.
(obsolete) Across; athwart; alongside.
Alongside; as, close aboard.
On board of; as, to go aboard a ship.
Across; athwart.
Nor iron bands aboardThe Pontic Sea by their huge navy cast.
On a ship, train, plane or other vehicle
On first or second or third base;
Their second homer with Bob Allison aboard
Side by side;
Anchored close aboard another ship
Part of a group;
Bill's been aboard for three years now
On or onto any vehicle or means of transport.
They climbed aboard the bus.
Aboard Meaning in a Sentence
She climbed aboard the bus with her luggage.
He managed to get aboard just before departure.
All the crew members were aboard the ship.
They jumped aboard the moving train.
Everyone aboard felt a sense of adventure.
The passengers eagerly got aboard the plane.
The sailors worked hard to keep everyone aboard safe.
The new member was welcomed aboard the team.
Are all the students aboard the bus?
They stayed aboard the yacht for the weekend.
You should come aboard the committee.
The team is proud to have such talent aboard.
The chef prepared a special meal for everyone aboard.
The captain was responsible for everyone aboard.
They cheered when their favorite player came aboard.
Let's climb aboard and start our journey.
They searched for everyone aboard the ship.
He always made everyone feel welcome aboard.
The flight attendant ensured that all passengers were aboard.
She always made sure her guests felt comfortable aboard.
They were happy to have her aboard the mission.
The journalist interviewed many people aboard.
The company needed more creative people aboard.
We are excited to have him aboard the project.
I boarded the train and greeted everyone aboard.
Aboard Idioms & Phrases
Come aboard
To join a group or team.
We're thrilled that you're coming aboard the project.
Step aboard
To enter a vehicle or group.
He stepped aboard the train with confidence.
All aboard
An announcement for passengers to get on a vehicle.
The conductor shouted, All aboard!
Welcome aboard
A greeting to someone joining a group.
The manager said, Welcome aboard!
Sail aboard
To travel by ship.
They sailed aboard the luxury cruise liner.
Stay aboard
To remain on a vehicle or ship.
The passengers stayed aboard until the storm passed.
Climb aboard
To get on a vehicle or join an organization.
She climbed aboard the ship for her first voyage.
Take aboard
To bring something or someone onto a vehicle.
The captain took extra supplies aboard.
Get aboard
To embark on a vehicle or participate in something.
He managed to get aboard before the doors closed.
Head aboard
To make one's way onto a vehicle.
Let's head aboard the bus before it leaves.
Go aboard
To board a vehicle or ship.
She was excited to go aboard the yacht.
Jump aboard
To join a group or activity quickly.
She jumped aboard the new marketing campaign.
Live aboard
To reside on a boat or ship.
They decided to live aboard the sailboat for a year.
Common Curiosities
How many syllables are in aboard?
There are two syllables: a-board.
How do we divide aboard into syllables?
Aboard is divided as a-board.
What is the verb form of aboard?
There is no verb form of "aboard."
Why is it called aboard?
"Aboard" means "on board" and comes from the prefix "a-" meaning "on" and "board" referring to a ship's deck.
What is a stressed syllable in aboard?
The second syllable, "board," is stressed.
What is another term for aboard?
"Onboard" or "on."
What is the singular form of aboard?
Aboard is already in its base form.
What is the pronunciation of aboard?
/əˈbɔːrd/
What is the root word of aboard?
The root word is "board."
How is aboard used in a sentence?
e.g., She climbed aboard the bus with her luggage.
What is the plural form of aboard?
Aboard does not have a plural form.
Is aboard an adverb?
Yes, "aboard" is an adverb and also a preposition.
Is aboard an abstract noun?
No, aboard is not a noun.
Is aboard a collective noun?
No, aboard is not a noun.
Is the aboard term a metaphor?
It can be used metaphorically to mean "joining."
Is the word aboard gerund?
No, "aboard" is not a gerund.
Is the word “aboard” a direct object or an indirect object?
"Aboard" is an adverb or preposition, not an object.
Is aboard a vowel or consonant?
Aboard is a word, not a letter.
Is aboard a countable noun?
Aboard is not a noun.
Which vowel is used before aboard?
"A" is used before "board" in "aboard."
Which preposition is used with aboard?
"On" can be used with "aboard" in phrases like "on board."
Which article is used with aboard?
No article is directly used with "aboard."
What part of speech is aboard?
Aboard is an adverb and a preposition.
Is aboard a noun or adjective?
Aboard is not a noun or adjective.
Is the word aboard imperative?
No, "aboard" is not used as a command.
Which determiner is used with aboard?
No determiner is used directly with "aboard."
What is the opposite of aboard?
"Ashore" or "off."
Is aboard a negative or positive word?
Aboard is a neutral word.
Which conjunction is used with aboard?
"And" or "but" can be used depending on the context.
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Munazza Shafiq
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