How to Pronounce Duds

To pronounce "duds", say DUDS — one syllable, IPA /dʌdz/. 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

/dʌdz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “duds”

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

What does duds mean?

noun

  1. A device or machine that is useless because it does not work properly or has failed to work, such as a bomb, or explosive projectile.
  2. A failure of any kind.

noun

  1. Clothing, especially for work or of rough appearance.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with duds

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sudsbluebloodsbudsfloodsstudsthudsbloodsbudzcfidsjuddsmudsquids

Related words

togsthreadsclothesraimentclothingarrayremainsnine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duds"?▾

"Duds" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "duds"?▾

The IPA transcription of "duds" is /dʌdz/.

What does "duds" mean?▾

Duds: A device or machine that is useless because it does not work properly or has failed to work, such as a bomb, or explosive projectile.

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