How to Pronounce Laws

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

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Letters

/lɑz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “laws”

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

Sounds exactly like: lawes — easy to mix up when writing.

What does laws mean?

noun

  1. The body of binding rules and regulations, customs and standards established in a community by its legislative and judicial authorities.

    “entrapment is against the law”

  2. A binding regulation or custom established in a community in this way.

    “A new law forbids driving on that road.”

verb

  1. To work as a lawyer; to practice law.
  2. To prosecute or sue (someone), to litigate.

noun

  1. A tumulus of stones.
  2. A hill.

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Words that rhyme with laws

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "laws"?▾

"Laws" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "laws"?▾

The IPA transcription of "laws" is /lɑz/.

What does "laws" mean?▾

Laws: The body of binding rules and regulations, customs and standards established in a community by its legislative and judicial authorities.

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