How to Pronounce Custody

To pronounce "custody", say CUST-ody — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkʌstədiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkʌstədiː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “custody”

"custody" has 2 syllables: cust-ody. It rhymes with pristidae, if that helps it stick.

What does custody mean?

noun

  1. The legal right to take care of something or somebody, especially children.

    “The court awarded custody to the child's father.”

  2. Temporary possession or care of somebody else's property.

    “I couldn't pay the bill and now my passport is in custody of the hotel management.”

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Words that rhyme with custody

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pristidae

Related words

detentionholdhandscustodiancustodialtutelageguardianshipcustodianship

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "custody"?▾

"Custody" has 2 syllables: cust · ody.

What is the IPA transcription of "custody"?▾

The IPA transcription of "custody" is /ˈkʌstədiː/.

What does "custody" mean?▾

Custody: The legal right to take care of something or somebody, especially children.

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