How to Pronounce Amid

To pronounce "amid", say AM-id — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈmɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/əˈmɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “amid”

"amid" has 2 syllables: am-id. It rhymes with good and bid, if that helps it stick.

What does amid mean?

preposition

  1. In the middle of; in the center of; surrounded by.

Synonyms

amongamongst

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Words that rhyme with amid

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goodbidskidquidforbidlidkidgridsquidmidhideyelid

Related words

afteramidstamongamongstbetweencentercenteredcentral

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amid"?▾

"Amid" has 2 syllables: am · id.

What is the IPA transcription of "amid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amid" is /əˈmɪd/.

What does "amid" mean?▾

Amid: In the middle of; in the center of; surrounded by.

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