How to Pronounce Westward

To pronounce "westward", say WESTW-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwɛstwəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈwɛstwəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “westward”

"westward" has 2 syllables: westw-ard.

What does westward mean?

noun

  1. The western region or countries; the west.

adjective

  1. Lying toward the west.
  2. Moving or oriented toward the west.

adverb

  1. Toward the west.

    “ride westward.”

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Related words

westboundwesterlywestshanxihowest-facingwesternwesternmost

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "westward"?▾

"Westward" has 2 syllables: westw · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "westward"?▾

The IPA transcription of "westward" is /ˈwɛstwəd/.

What does "westward" mean?▾

Westward: The western region or countries; the west.

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