To pronounce "zounds", say ZOUNDS — one syllable, IPA /zaʊndz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/zaʊndz/
IPA
"zounds" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with grounds and expounds, if that helps it stick.
interjection
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Zounds" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "zounds" is /zaʊndz/.
Zounds: (minced oath) Expressing anger, surprise, assertion etc.
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