How to Pronounce Towards

To pronounce "towards", say tow-ARDS — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɔɹdz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtɔɹdz/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/tʊwˈɔːdz/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “towards”

Break "towards" into 2 beats and lean on "ARDS" — that's the stressed one.

What does towards mean?

preposition

  1. Alternative form of toward.

adverb

  1. In the direction of something (indicated by context).

adjective

  1. Near; at hand; in state of preparation; toward.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "towards"?▾

To pronounce "towards", say tow-ARDS — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɔɹdz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "towards"?▾

"Towards" has 2 syllables: tow · ards.

What is the IPA transcription of "towards"?▾

The IPA transcription of "towards" is /ˈtɔɹdz/.

What does "towards" mean?▾

Towards: Alternative form of toward.

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