To pronounce "rapids", say RAP-ids — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
rapids
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RAP-ids
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"rapids" has 2 syllables: rap-ids. It rhymes with cedar-rapids, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Rapids" has 2 syllables: rap · ids.
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