How to Pronounce Splendid

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsplɛndɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “splendid”

"splendid" has 2 syllables: splend-id. It rhymes with extended and contended, if that helps it stick.

What does splendid mean?

adjective

  1. Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright.

    “a splendid sun”

  2. Showy; magnificent; sumptuous; pompous.

    “a splendid pageant”

Synonyms

greatmagnificentmarvellous

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Words that rhyme with splendid

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extendedcontendedintendedexpendedunintendedapprehendedamendedattendedcomprehendedpretendedsuspendeddistended

Related words

brilliantresplendentimpressivesplendiferousmagnificentbeautifulgloriousbright

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "splendid"?▾

"Splendid" has 2 syllables: splend · id.

What is the IPA transcription of "splendid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "splendid" is /ˈsplɛndɪd/.

What does "splendid" mean?▾

Splendid: Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright.

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