How to Pronounce Pyramids

To pronounce "pyramids", say PYRAM-ids — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

PYRAM-ids

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💡 Tip for remembering “pyramids”

"pyramids" has 2 syllables: pyram-ids.

What does pyramids 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.

noun

  1. The game of pyramid pool.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pyramids"?▾

"Pyramids" has 2 syllables: pyram · ids.

What does "pyramids" mean?▾

Pyramids: 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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