How to Pronounce Nets

To pronounce "nets", say NETS — one syllable, IPA /nɛts/. 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

/nɛts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “nets”

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

Sounds exactly like: netz — easy to mix up when writing.

What does nets mean?

noun

  1. A mesh of string, cord or rope.

    “a net for the hair; a mosquito net; a tennis net”

  2. A device made from such mesh, used for catching fish, butterflies, etc.

verb

  1. To catch by means of a net.
  2. To catch in a trap, or by stratagem.

noun

  1. The amount remaining after expenses are deducted; profit.

Synonyms

reticulationsnaretrapnetworkdevelopmentmeshcatchensnareentrap

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Words that rhyme with nets

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assetsepithetsfretsbegetstzetzeupsetsrosettessweatssetsoffsetssilhouettesdiskettes

Related words

meshworkmeshnetworksackclearreticulationlucretake-home

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nets"?▾

"Nets" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "nets"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nets" is /nɛts/.

What does "nets" mean?▾

Nets: A mesh of string, cord or rope.

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