How to Pronounce Twists

To pronounce "twists", say TWISTS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “twists”

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

What does twists mean?

noun

  1. A twisting force.
  2. Anything twisted, or the act of twisting.

verb

  1. To turn the ends of something, usually thread, rope etc., in opposite directions, often using force.
  2. To join together by twining one part around another.

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Words that rhyme with twists

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persistsenlistswristsexistsfistsresistsinsistslistscystsmistsassistsrecidivists

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "twists"?▾

"Twists" has one syllable.

What does "twists" mean?▾

Twists: A twisting force.

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