How to Pronounce Swifts

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

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SWIFTS

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💡 Tip for remembering “swifts”

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

What does swifts mean?

noun

  1. A small plain-colored bird of the family Apodidae that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight.
  2. Any of certain lizards of the genus Sceloporus.

Synonyms

fence lizardneedletailspinetailswiftlet

Words that rhyme with swifts

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

driftsshiftssiftsgiftsliftsriftsthriftsairliftsforkliftsaeroliftsboatlifts

Related words

fastfleetblue-bellythroatedwaxwingsdragonfliescurlews

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swifts"?▾

"Swifts" has one syllable.

What does "swifts" mean?▾

Swifts: A small plain-colored bird of the family Apodidae that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight.

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