How to Pronounce Nod

To pronounce "nod", say NOD — one syllable, IPA /nɔd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/nɔd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “nod”

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

What does nod mean?

noun

  1. An instance of inclining the head up and down, as to indicate agreement, or as a cursory greeting.
  2. A reference or allusion to something.

verb

  1. To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.
  2. To briefly incline the head downwards as a cursory greeting.

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Words that rhyme with nod

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broadplodfacadecodbawdfraudsquadprodroughshodesplanadeoddwad

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nod"?▾

"Nod" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "nod"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nod" is /nɔd/.

What does "nod" mean?▾

Nod: An instance of inclining the head up and down, as to indicate agreement, or as a cursory greeting.

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