How to Pronounce Bands

To pronounce "bands", say BANDS — one syllable, IPA /bændz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/bændz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bands”

"bands" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with stands and demands, if that helps it stick.

What does bands mean?

noun

  1. A strip of material used for strengthening or coupling.
  2. A long strip of material, color, etc, that is different from the surrounding area.

verb

  1. To fasten with a band.
  2. To fasten an identifying band around the leg of (a bird).

noun

  1. A group of musicians who perform together as an ensemble, usually for a professional recording artist.
  2. A type of orchestra originally playing janissary music.

Words that rhyme with bands

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bands"?▾

"Bands" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "bands"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bands" is /bændz/.

What does "bands" mean?▾

Bands: A strip of material used for strengthening or coupling.

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