How to Pronounce Ides

To pronounce "ides", say ID-es — 2 syllables, IPA /aɪdz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/aɪdz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ides”

"ides" has 2 syllables: id-es.

What does ides mean?

noun

  1. (often capitalized) The notional full-moon day of a Roman month, occurring on the 15th day of the four original 31-day months (March, May, Quintilis or July, and October) and on the 13th day of all other months.

    “The third day before the ides of March is March 13th; the third ides of August is August 11th; and the third of the ides of November is November 11th.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ides"?▾

"Ides" has 2 syllables: id · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "ides"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ides" is /aɪdz/.

What does "ides" mean?▾

Ides: (often capitalized) The notional full-moon day of a Roman month, occurring on the 15th day of the four original 31-day months (March, May, Quintilis or July, and October) and on the 13th day of all other months.

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