How to Pronounce Lizard

To pronounce "lizard", say LIZ-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɪz.əd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlɪz.əd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lizard”

"lizard" has 2 syllables: liz-ard. It rhymes with wizard and blizzard, if that helps it stick.

What does lizard mean?

noun

  1. Any reptile of the order Squamata that is not a snake, usually having four legs, external ear openings, movable eyelids and a long slender body and tail.
  2. (chiefly in attributive use) Lizard skin, the skin of these reptiles.

Words that rhyme with lizard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wizardblizzardgizzardblizardgrizzardizardizzardquizard

Related words

whiptailgeckoiguanaanoleiguanidbugsculpinhorn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lizard"?▾

"Lizard" has 2 syllables: liz · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "lizard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lizard" is /ˈlɪz.əd/.

What does "lizard" mean?▾

Lizard: Any reptile of the order Squamata that is not a snake, usually having four legs, external ear openings, movable eyelids and a long slender body and tail.

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