How to Pronounce Good

To pronounce "good", say GOOD — one syllable, IPA /ɡʊ(d)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

4

Letters

/ɡʊ(d)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “good”

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

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

What does good mean?

adjective

  1. (of people)
  2. (of capabilities)

interjection

  1. That is good; an elliptical exclamation of satisfaction or commendation.

    “Good! I can leave now.”

Synonyms

accomplishedall rightdecentnot badsatisfactorywell

Antonyms

badevilpoor

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Words that rhyme with good

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bidlivelihoodskidquidfalsehoodamidforbidhoodcouldbrotherhoodmisunderstoodlid

Related words

reputablebeneficentrespectablehonorableworthyvirtuousdependablewell-behaved

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "good"?▾

"Good" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "good"?▾

The IPA transcription of "good" is /ɡʊ(d)/.

What does "good" mean?▾

Good: (of people)

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