How to Pronounce Gardens

To pronounce "gardens", say GARD-ens — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɑːdn̩z/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɡɑːdn̩z/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gardens”

"gardens" has 2 syllables: gard-ens. It rhymes with pardons and hardens, if that helps it stick.

What does gardens mean?

noun

An outdoor area containing one or more types of plants, usually plants grown for food or ornamental purposes.
“a vegetable garden a flower garden”
The grounds at the front or back of a house.
“This house has a swimming pool, a tent, a swing set and a fountain in the garden. We were drinking lemonade and playing croquet in the garden. Our garden is overgrown with weeds.”

verb

To grow plants in a garden; to create or maintain a garden.
“I love to garden — this year I'm going to plant some daffodils.”
Of a batsman, to inspect and tap the pitch lightly with the bat so as to smooth out small rough patches and irregularities.

Synonyms

park public gardens yard pubic hair farm make garden

Words that rhyme with gardens

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pardons hardens ardennes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gardens"?▾

"Gardens" has 2 syllables: gard · ens.

What is the IPA transcription of "gardens"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gardens" is /ˈɡɑːdn̩z/.

What does "gardens" mean?▾

Gardens: An outdoor area containing one or more types of plants, usually plants grown for food or ornamental purposes.

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