How to Pronounce Pyramid

To pronounce "pyramid", say PYRAM-id — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɪɹəmɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɪɹəmɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pyramid”

"pyramid" has 2 syllables: pyram-id.

What does pyramid mean?

noun

  1. An ancient massive construction with a square or rectangular base and four triangular sides meeting in an apex, such as those built as tombs in Egypt or as bases for temples in Mesoamerica.
  2. A construction in the shape of a pyramid, usually with a square or rectangular base.

verb

  1. To build up or be arranged in the form of a pyramid.
  2. To combine (a series of genes) into a single genotype.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pyramid"?▾

"Pyramid" has 2 syllables: pyram · id.

What is the IPA transcription of "pyramid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pyramid" is /ˈpɪɹəmɪd/.

What does "pyramid" mean?▾

Pyramid: An ancient massive construction with a square or rectangular base and four triangular sides meeting in an apex, such as those built as tombs in Egypt or as bases for temples in Mesoamerica.

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