How to Pronounce Covid

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

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Letters

/kɒvɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “covid”

"covid" has 2 syllables: cov-id.

What does covid mean?

noun

  1. Short for COVID-19, the disease caused by Severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "covid"?▾

"Covid" has 2 syllables: cov · id.

What is the IPA transcription of "covid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "covid" is /kɒvɪd/.

What does "covid" mean?▾

Covid: Short for COVID-19, the disease caused by Severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus.

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