How to Pronounce Bides

To pronounce "bides", say BID-es — 2 syllables, IPA /baɪdz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/baɪdz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bides”

"bides" has 2 syllables: bid-es. It rhymes with besides and strides, if that helps it stick.

What does bides mean?

verb

  1. To bear; to endure; to tolerate.
  2. To dwell or reside in a location; to abide.

Synonyms

put up withlivestand byawait

Words that rhyme with bides

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

besidesstrideschidestidessidesguidesglidesprovidesabidesgenocidesresidessubsides

Related words

abidestayawaitscontinuesdawdlessavorsrejoinspounces

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bides"?▾

"Bides" has 2 syllables: bid · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "bides"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bides" is /baɪdz/.

What does "bides" mean?▾

Bides: To bear; to endure; to tolerate.

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