How to pronounce rapids
Say it like RAP-udz. Rapids has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAP).
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- RAP
- udz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rapids pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- udzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rapids
American and British speakers say rapids in essentially the same way: /ˈræpədz/ in the US and /ˈræpɪdz/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAP-idz.
What does rapids mean?
- plural of rapid How to pronounce rapid
Questions about saying rapids
How do you pronounce rapids?
Say RAP-udz. The American pronunciation is /ˈræpədz/. In British English it is /ˈræpɪdz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rapids?
Rapids has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAP). Broken into parts: RAP · udz.
Do Americans and Brits say rapids the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræpədz/ and the British form is /ˈræpɪdz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.