How to Pronounce Gild

To pronounce "gild", say GILD — one syllable, IPA /ɡɪld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ɡɪld/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gild”

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

Sounds exactly like: guild — easy to mix up when writing.

What does gild mean?

verb

  1. To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.
  2. To adorn.

Words that rhyme with gild

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

thrilledskilledbuildunskilledfulfilledfilledkilledinstilledchilledmilledgrilledunfilled

Related words

engildbegildlodgeorderclubguildsocietydecorate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gild"?▾

"Gild" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gild"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gild" is /ɡɪld/.

What does "gild" mean?▾

Gild: To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.

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