How to Pronounce Mild

To pronounce "mild", say MILD — one syllable, IPA /ˈmaɪld/. 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

/ˈmaɪld/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mild”

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

What does mild mean?

noun

  1. A relatively low-gravity beer, often with a dark colour; mild ale

adjective

  1. Gentle and not easily angered.

    “a mild man”

  2. (of a rule or punishment) Of only moderate severity; not strict.

    “He received a mild sentence.”

Synonyms

assuasiveblandcalmclementgentleindulgentkindlenitive

Antonyms

disagreeableharshirritatingsevereviolentstrong

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Words that rhyme with mild

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wildbeguiledchildreviledriledreconciledsmiledbrainchildpiledcompiled

Related words

mild-manneredclementtemperatemoderategentlemeekmodesthumble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mild"?▾

"Mild" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "mild"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mild" is /ˈmaɪld/.

What does "mild" mean?▾

Mild: A relatively low-gravity beer, often with a dark colour; mild ale

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