How to Pronounce Gods

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

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/ɡɒdz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gods”

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

What does gods mean?

noun

  1. A being such as a monotheistic God: a single divine creator and ruler of the universe.

noun

  1. A deity or supreme being; a supernatural, typically immortal, being with superior powers, to which personhood is attributed.

    “The most frequently used name for the Islamic god is Allah.”

  2. An idol.

    “Leo Messi is my god!”

Words that rhyme with gods

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

oddslaudsprodsapplaudsbaudsarthropodsbrachiopodsquadsrodsbroadspodsfrauds

Related words

divinitydeityidolimmortalgoodsguardslordlords

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gods"?▾

"Gods" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gods"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gods" is /ɡɒdz/.

What does "gods" mean?▾

Gods: A being such as a monotheistic God: a single divine creator and ruler of the universe.

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