How to Pronounce Wordsmith

To pronounce "wordsmith", say WORDSM-ith — 2 syllables, IPA /wɜː(ɹ)dsmɪθ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/wɜː(ɹ)dsmɪθ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wordsmith”

"wordsmith" has 2 syllables: wordsm-ith. It rhymes with pith and forthwith, if that helps it stick.

What does wordsmith mean?

noun

  1. One who uses words skillfully.

    “She has always been known as a capable wordsmith, but in this latest novel she also shows surprising emotional depth.”

verb

  1. To apply craftsman-like skills to word use.

Words that rhyme with wordsmith

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pithforthwithwrithemythscythewithblacksmithgrithwitheherewithlocksmithbrith

Related words

wordsterwordmasterwordsmanwordmanwordplayerwordmakerworderword-mincer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wordsmith"?▾

"Wordsmith" has 2 syllables: wordsm · ith.

What is the IPA transcription of "wordsmith"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wordsmith" is /wɜː(ɹ)dsmɪθ/.

What does "wordsmith" mean?▾

Wordsmith: One who uses words skillfully.

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