How to Pronounce Plod

To pronounce "plod", say PLOD — one syllable, IPA /plɒd/. 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

/plɒd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “plod”

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

What does plod mean?

noun

  1. A slow or labored walk or other motion or activity.

    “We started at a brisk walk and ended at a plod.”

verb

  1. To walk or move slowly and heavily or laboriously (+ on, through, over).
  2. To trudge over or through.

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Words that rhyme with plod

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

broadfacadecodbawdfraudsquadprodroughshodesplanadenododdwad

Related words

slogtrudgefootslogpaddrudgecrawltraipsingtraipse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plod"?▾

"Plod" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "plod"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plod" is /plɒd/.

What does "plod" mean?▾

Plod: A slow or labored walk or other motion or activity.

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