How to Pronounce Shields

To pronounce "shields", say SHIELDS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SHIELDS

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💡 Tip for remembering “shields”

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

What does shields mean?

noun

  1. Anything that protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection.
  2. A shape like that of a shield; usually, an inverted triangle with sides that curve inward to form a pointed bottom, commonly used for police identifications and company logos.

verb

  1. To protect, to defend.
  2. To protect from the influence of

Words that rhyme with shields

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wieldsbattlefieldsgoldfieldsyieldsminefieldsbrownfieldscornfieldswindshieldsairfieldsoutfieldsbackfieldshayfields

Related words

bucklerscreenharborharbourcoatspucksshelteringcloak

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shields"?▾

"Shields" has one syllable.

What does "shields" mean?▾

Shields: Anything that protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection.

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