What is the schwa vowel sound in goblin?

The schwa sound in "goblin" is in the second syllable, "o-blin".

Here's a breakdown:

* Gob - The first syllable has a short "o" sound, like in "hot" or "box".

* Lin - The second syllable has a schwa sound, represented by the upside-down "e" symbol (ə). This sound is very short and unstressed, similar to the "uh" sound in "about" or "sofa".

So, the word "goblin" is pronounced ˈɡɑːblɪn.