How to Pronounce Lbs

To pronounce "lbs", say LBS — one syllable, IPA /paʊndz/. 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

/paʊndz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lbs”

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

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

What does lbs mean?

noun

  1. A pound (unit of weight).
  2. Leg bye

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Words that rhyme with lbs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

groundsexpoundssoundsmoundshoundssurroundsbackgroundsaboundsconfoundsroundspoundsrebounds

Related words

poundbooksconsjerkskgskilogramskiloslb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lbs"?▾

"Lbs" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lbs"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lbs" is /paʊndz/.

What does "lbs" mean?▾

Lbs: A pound (unit of weight).

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