How to Pronounce Curd

To pronounce "curd", say CURD — one syllable, IPA /kɜː(ɹ)d/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/kɜː(ɹ)d/

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💡 Tip for remembering “curd”

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

Sounds exactly like: kurd — easy to mix up when writing.

What does curd mean?

noun

  1. The part of milk that coagulates when it sours or is treated with enzymes; used to make cottage cheese, dahi, etc.
  2. The coagulated part of any liquid.

verb

  1. To form curd; to curdle.
  2. To cause to coagulate or thicken; to cause to congeal; to curdle.

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Words that rhyme with curd

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

absurdspurredstirredconferredinterrednerddemurredpurredpreferreddeferredinferredconcurred

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "curd"?▾

"Curd" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "curd"?▾

The IPA transcription of "curd" is /kɜː(ɹ)d/.

What does "curd" mean?▾

Curd: The part of milk that coagulates when it sours or is treated with enzymes; used to make cottage cheese, dahi, etc.

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