How to Pronounce Heralds

To pronounce "heralds", say HER-alds — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “heralds”

"heralds" has 2 syllables: her-alds. It rhymes with geralds, if that helps it stick.

What does heralds mean?

noun

  1. The long-tailed duck, or oldsquaw.

noun

  1. A messenger, especially one bringing important news.

    “The herald blew his trumpet and shouted that the King was dead.”

  2. A harbinger, giving signs of things to come.

    “Daffodils are heralds of Spring.”

verb

  1. To proclaim or announce an event.

    “Daffodils herald the Spring.”

  2. (usually passive) To greet something with excitement; to hail.

    “The film was heralded by critics.”

Synonyms

harbingermessengerpursuivantdisclosemake known

Words that rhyme with heralds

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

geralds

Related words

announceannunciateacclaimprecursorharbingerforetellforerunnerhail

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "heralds"?▾

"Heralds" has 2 syllables: her · alds.

What does "heralds" mean?▾

Heralds: The long-tailed duck, or oldsquaw.

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