How to Pronounce Stud

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

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Syllable

4

Letters

/stʌd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stud”

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

What does stud mean?

noun

  1. A male animal, especially a stud horse (stallion), kept for breeding.
  2. A female animal, especially a studmare (broodmare), kept for breeding.

Synonyms

he-manhunksire

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Words that rhyme with stud

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scudthudfloodbudcruddudstridbluebloodredbud

Related words

studhorserivetscantlingdothe-manbossconstellatemacho-man

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stud"?▾

"Stud" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "stud"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stud" is /stʌd/.

What does "stud" mean?▾

Stud: A male animal, especially a stud horse (stallion), kept for breeding.

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