How to Pronounce Lists

To pronounce "lists", say LISTS — one syllable, IPA /lɪsts/. 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

/lɪsts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lists”

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

What does lists mean?

noun

  1. A strip of fabric, especially from the edge of a piece of cloth.
  2. Material used for cloth selvage.

verb

  1. To create or recite a list.
  2. To place in listings.

verb

  1. To listen.
  2. To listen to.

Synonyms

tabulate

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Words that rhyme with lists

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

persistsenlistswriststwistsexistsfistsresistsinsistscystsmistsassistsrecidivists

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lists"?▾

"Lists" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lists"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lists" is /lɪsts/.

What does "lists" mean?▾

Lists: A strip of fabric, especially from the edge of a piece of cloth.

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