How to Pronounce Squad

To pronounce "squad", say SQUAD — one syllable, IPA /ˈskwɒd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈskwɒd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “squad”

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

What does squad mean?

noun

  1. A group of people organized for some common purpose, usually of about ten members.
  2. One's friend group, taken collectively; one's peeps.

verb

  1. To act as part of, or on behalf of, a squad.

    “We squad on the fifth of the month.”

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Words that rhyme with squad

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

broadplodfacadecodbawdfraudprodroughshodesplanadenododdwad

Related words

teamplatoonregimentbattalioncorpspatrolsquadroncommando

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squad"?▾

"Squad" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "squad"?▾

The IPA transcription of "squad" is /ˈskwɒd/.

What does "squad" mean?▾

Squad: A group of people organized for some common purpose, usually of about ten members.

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