How to Pronounce Thirties

To pronounce "thirties", say THIRT-ies — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

THIRT-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “thirties”

"thirties" has 2 syllables: thirt-ies. It rhymes with dirties, if that helps it stick.

What does thirties mean?

noun

  1. A decade starting with the year xx30, most usually the decade from 1930 to 1939.
  2. The decade of one's life from age 30 through age 39.

    “He looked to be in his thirties.”

noun

  1. A rack of thirty beers.

Synonyms

'30s1930s30s

Words that rhyme with thirties

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dirties

Related words

thirty-somethingmid-thirtiesonwardsdepression-eradecadeforties

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thirties"?▾

"Thirties" has 2 syllables: thirt · ies.

What does "thirties" mean?▾

Thirties: A decade starting with the year xx30, most usually the decade from 1930 to 1939.

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