How to Pronounce Tread

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/tɹɛd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tread”

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

What does tread mean?

verb

  1. To step or walk (on or over something); to trample.

    “Don't tread on the lawn.”

  2. To step or walk upon.

    “Actors tread the boards.”

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Words that rhyme with tread

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedreadbed

Related words

tramplestridepacestepwalkwalkingfootingbreak

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tread"?▾

"Tread" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tread"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tread" is /tɹɛd/.

What does "tread" mean?▾

Tread: To step or walk (on or over something); to trample.

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