How to Pronounce Lids

To pronounce "lids", say LIDS — one syllable, IPA /lɪdz/. 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

/lɪdz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lids”

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

What does lids mean?

noun

  1. A thin skin membrane that covers and moves over an eye.

noun

  1. The top or cover of a container.
  2. A cap or hat.

verb

  1. To put a lid on (something).

Synonyms

blepharon

Antonyms

unlid

Words that rhyme with lids

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

eyelidssidsskidsridsforbidsoutbidsgrandkidsbidscounterbidsgridskidsmadrids

Related words

chapeauhateyelidalbumsbackscapcapscds

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lids"?▾

"Lids" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lids"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lids" is /lɪdz/.

What does "lids" mean?▾

Lids: A thin skin membrane that covers and moves over an eye.

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