How to Pronounce Grounds

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

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Syllable

Letters

/ɡɹaʊndz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grounds”

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

What does grounds mean?

noun

The surface of the Earth, as opposed to the sky or water or underground.
“Look, I found a ten dollar bill on the ground!”
Terrain.

verb

To connect (an electrical conductor or device) to a ground.
To punish, especially a child or teenager, by forcing him/her to stay at home and/or give up certain privileges.
“Eric, you are grounded until further notice for lying to us about where you were last night!”

Synonyms

earth gate

Words that rhyme with grounds

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

expounds sounds mounds gowns frowns hounds surrounds backgrounds abounds confounds crackdowns rounds

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grounds"?▾

"Grounds" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "grounds"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grounds" is /ɡɹaʊndz/.

What does "grounds" mean?▾

Grounds: The surface of the Earth, as opposed to the sky or water or underground.

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