How to Pronounce Downloads

To pronounce "downloads", say DOWNL-oads — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

DOWNL-oads

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💡 Tip for remembering “downloads”

"downloads" has 2 syllables: downl-oads. It rhymes with crossroads and loads, if that helps it stick.

What does downloads mean?

noun

  1. A file transfer to the local computer.

    “The download took longer than I expected.”

  2. A file that has been, or will be transferred in this way.

    “I got the download but it wouldn't work on my computer.”

verb

  1. To transfer data from a remote computer (server) to a local computer, usually via a network.

    “You can download a trial version of the program for thirty days to determine whether you want to purchase the full version.”

  2. To upload; to copy a file from a local computer to a remote computer via a network.

Synonyms

D/LDLd/ldlcopymovetransfer

Antonyms

upload

Words that rhyme with downloads

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crossroadsloadsimplodesroadstoadsexplodesnodescorrodeserodesinroadscodesnematodes

Related words

dischargedischargesdumpdumpingdumpslandingsliftingsloading

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "downloads"?▾

"Downloads" has 2 syllables: downl · oads.

What does "downloads" mean?▾

Downloads: A file transfer to the local computer.

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