How to Pronounce Glands

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

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/ɡlændz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “glands”

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

What does glands mean?

noun

  1. An organ that synthesizes a substance, such as hormones or breast milk, and releases it, often into the bloodstream (endocrine gland) or into cavities inside the body or its outer surface (exocrine gland).
  2. A secretory structure on the surface of an organ.

noun

  1. A compressable cylindrical case and its contents around a shaft where it passes through a barrier, intended to prevent the passage of a fluid past the barrier, such as:

Words that rhyme with glands

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glands"?▾

"Glands" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "glands"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glands" is /ɡlændz/.

What does "glands" mean?▾

Glands: An organ that synthesizes a substance, such as hormones or breast milk, and releases it, often into the bloodstream (endocrine gland) or into cavities inside the body or its outer surface (exocrine gland).

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