How to Pronounce Lord

To pronounce "lord", say LORD — one syllable, IPA /lɔːd/. 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

/lɔːd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lord”

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

What does lord mean?

noun

  1. The master of the servants of a household; the master of a feudal manor
  2. One possessing similar mastery over others; any feudal superior generally; any nobleman or aristocrat; any chief, prince, or sovereign ruler; in Scotland, a male member of the lowest rank of nobility (the equivalent rank in England is baron)

verb

  1. Domineer or act like a lord.
  2. To invest with the dignity, power, and privileges of a lord; to grant the title of lord.

Synonyms

drightenpossessorproprietorsovereignelevateennobleinvest

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Words that rhyme with lord

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accordoverlordabhorreduntowardhorderewardsoaredimploredchordawardwarlordford

Related words

noblenoblemanoverlordmasterdivinealmightygodheadjehovah

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lord"?▾

"Lord" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lord"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lord" is /lɔːd/.

What does "lord" mean?▾

Lord: The master of the servants of a household; the master of a feudal manor

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