How to Pronounce Dude

To pronounce "dude", say DUD-e — 2 syllables, IPA /d(j)uːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/d(j)uːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dude”

"dude" has 2 syllables: dud-e. It rhymes with shrewd and crude, if that helps it stick.

What does dude mean?

noun

  1. A man, generally a younger man.

    “So we were at the mall and these two dudes just walk up to us and say "hi".”

  2. (used in the vocative) A term of address for someone, typically a man, particularly when cautioning him or offering him advice.

    “Dude, I'd be careful around the principal; he's having a bad day.”

verb

  1. To address someone as dude.
  2. To take a vacation in a dude ranch.

interjection

  1. A term of address, usually for a man, conveying awe, excitement, surprise, etc.

    “Dude! You finally called!”

Synonyms

blokechapcoveguydandyfopmashermate

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Words that rhyme with dude

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrewdcrudesubduedfortitudelewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudeallude

Related words

dandybeaufopgallantswellsheikclotheshorsemack

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dude"?▾

"Dude" has 2 syllables: dud · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dude"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dude" is /d(j)uːd/.

What does "dude" mean?▾

Dude: A man, generally a younger man.

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