How to Pronounce Glide

To pronounce "glide", say GLID-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡlaɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɡlaɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “glide”

"glide" has 2 syllables: glid-e. It rhymes with abide and stride, if that helps it stick.

What does glide mean?

noun

  1. The act of gliding.
  2. A transitional sound, especially a semivowel.

verb

  1. To move softly, smoothly, or effortlessly.
  2. To fly unpowered, as of an aircraft. Also relates to gliding birds and flying fish.

Synonyms

semiconsonantsemivowelcoastslide

Words that rhyme with glide

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abidestridesnidechidederideprovidepreoccupiedgratifieddignifiedmortifiedidentifiedundignified

Related words

slidesoaringsailingsemivowelsailplaningsoardrawerskate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glide"?▾

"Glide" has 2 syllables: glid · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "glide"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glide" is /ˈɡlaɪd/.

What does "glide" mean?▾

Glide: The act of gliding.

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