How to Pronounce Herds

To pronounce "herds", say HERDS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “herds”

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

What does herds mean?

noun

  1. A number of domestic animals assembled together under the watch or ownership of a keeper.

    “a herd of cattle”

  2. Any collection of animals gathered or travelling in a company.

verb

  1. To unite or associate in a herd; to feed or run together, or in company.

    “Sheep herd on many hills.”

  2. To unite or associate in a herd

    “He is employed to herd the goats.”

noun

  1. Someone who keeps a group of domestic animals; a herdsman.

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Words that rhyme with herds

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passwordsbirdswordscurdsgirdsthirdshummingbirdssnowbirds

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "herds"?▾

"Herds" has one syllable.

What does "herds" mean?▾

Herds: A number of domestic animals assembled together under the watch or ownership of a keeper.

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