How to Pronounce Thyroid

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

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/ˈθaɪ̯ɹɔɪ̯d/

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💡 Tip for remembering “thyroid”

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

What does thyroid mean?

noun

  1. The thyroid gland.
  2. The thyroid cartilage.

adjective

  1. Of, relating to, or being the thyroid gland.
  2. Of, relating to, or being the chief cartilage of the larynx.

    “thyroid cartilage”

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Words that rhyme with thyroid

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

viroidspiroidtyroid

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thyroid"?▾

"Thyroid" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "thyroid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thyroid" is /ˈθaɪ̯ɹɔɪ̯d/.

What does "thyroid" mean?▾

Thyroid: The thyroid gland.

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