How to Pronounce Ahead

To pronounce "ahead", say AH-ead — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈhɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/əˈhɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ahead”

"ahead" has 2 syllables: ah-ead. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does ahead mean?

adverb

  1. In or to the front; in advance; onward.
  2. In the direction one is facing or moving.

    “Just ahead you can see the cliffs.”

Antonyms

asternbehind

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Words that rhyme with ahead

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dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

forwardsforwardforraderonwardsonwardupleadingbeforehand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ahead"?▾

"Ahead" has 2 syllables: ah · ead.

What is the IPA transcription of "ahead"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ahead" is /əˈhɛd/.

What does "ahead" mean?▾

Ahead: In or to the front; in advance; onward.

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