How to Pronounce Dads

To pronounce "dads", say DADS — one syllable, IPA /dædz/. 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

/dædz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dads”

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

What does dads mean?

noun

  1. A father, a male parent.

    “His dad was always there for him.”

  2. (familiar) Used to address one's father

    “Happy Father's Day, Dad!”

noun

  1. A lump or piece.
  2. A blow; act of striking something.

Synonyms

PaPopdadadaddypapapapappapapà

Words that rhyme with dads

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scadscomradesadzaddsnomadsladsgradsbradsdoodadsadspadsgads

Related words

papapaterdaddydadapoppapappadaddies

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dads"?▾

"Dads" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dads"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dads" is /dædz/.

What does "dads" mean?▾

Dads: A father, a male parent.

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