How to Pronounce Swords

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

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/sɔːdz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “swords”

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

What does swords mean?

noun

  1. A long-bladed weapon with a hilt, and usually a pommel and cross-guard, which is designed to stab, slash, and/or hack.
  2. A suit in the minor arcana in tarot.

Words that rhyme with swords

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wardsboardshordestowardsrecordsaccordsbillboardsaffordsbaseboardssordesawardschords

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swords"?▾

"Swords" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "swords"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swords" is /sɔːdz/.

What does "swords" mean?▾

Swords: A long-bladed weapon with a hilt, and usually a pommel and cross-guard, which is designed to stab, slash, and/or hack.

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