How to Pronounce Head

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/hɛd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “head”

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

What does head mean?

noun

  1. The part of the body of an animal or human which contains the brain, mouth and main sense organs.

    “Be careful when you pet that dog on the head; it may bite.”

  2. The topmost, foremost, or leading part.

    “What does it say at the head of the page?”

verb

  1. To be in command of. (See also head up.)

    “Who heads the board of trustees?”

  2. To come at the beginning of; to commence.

    “A group of clowns headed the procession.”

adjective

  1. Of, relating to, or intended for the head.

Synonyms

blow jobblowjobfellatiooral sexheadmasterheadmistressprincipalboss

Antonyms

pointsharptipsubordinateunderlingbase

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Words that rhyme with head

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dreadleaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedreadbed

Related words

caputarchtopheadspringfountainheadforefrontmaneuverpass

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "head"?▾

"Head" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "head"?▾

The IPA transcription of "head" is /hɛd/.

What does "head" mean?▾

Head: The part of the body of an animal or human which contains the brain, mouth and main sense organs.

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