How to Pronounce Pod

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

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Letters

/ˈpɒd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pod”

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

What does pod mean?

noun

  1. A seed case for legumes (e.g. peas, beans, peppers); a seedpod.
  2. A small vehicle, especially used in emergency situations.

verb

  1. To bear or produce pods
  2. To remove peas from their case.

Synonyms

capsulecasecontainerhullhuskseedpodshellvessel

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Words that rhyme with pod

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

broadplodfacadecodbawdfraudsquadprodroughshodesplanadenododd

Related words

seedpodseedcaseshellcodclovebayhullplant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pod"?▾

"Pod" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pod"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pod" is /ˈpɒd/.

What does "pod" mean?▾

Pod: A seed case for legumes (e.g. peas, beans, peppers); a seedpod.

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