How to Pronounce Sad

To pronounce "sad", say SAD — one syllable, IPA /sæd/. 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

/sæd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sad”

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

What does sad mean?

verb

  1. To make melancholy; to sadden or grieve (someone).

adjective

  1. (heading) Emotionally negative.
  2. Sated, having had one's fill; satisfied, weary.

Synonyms

lamentablediscomforteddistresseduncomfortableunhappydepresseddown in the dumpsglum

Antonyms

cheerfuldecentgleefulupbeathappy

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Words that rhyme with sad

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

badcadcomrademadcladironcladgladdyadpadaddgadlad

Related words

saddendolefulsorrowfultragicsaddeningmournfullamentablemelancholic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sad"?▾

"Sad" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sad"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sad" is /sæd/.

What does "sad" mean?▾

Sad: To make melancholy; to sadden or grieve (someone).

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