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How to pronounce 'would' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "would" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "would"

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Simple pronunciation
wud
IPA transcription
/wʊd̚/
Word frequency
42nd

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What does "would" mean?

  1. used to express a desire or inclination

Examples of "would" in a sentence

  • I would like some coffee, please.
  • She would visit her grandmother every weekend.
  • They would always help their neighbors.

How common is "would"?

Would is the 42nd most common word in English.

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