How to Pronounce Guide

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ɡaɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “guide”

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

What does guide mean?

noun

  1. Someone who guides, especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation.

    “The guide led us around the museum and explained the exhibits.”

  2. A document or book that offers information or instruction; guidebook.

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Words that rhyme with guide

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abidestridesnidechidederideprovideglidepreoccupiedgratifieddignifiedmortifiedidentified

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guide"?▾

"Guide" has 2 syllables: guid · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "guide"?▾

The IPA transcription of "guide" is /ɡaɪd/.

What does "guide" mean?▾

Guide: Someone who guides, especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation.

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