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Codes Pronunciation

Codes is pronounced KOHDZ, IPA /ˈkoʊdz/.

KOHDZ

US /ˈkoʊdz/  ·  UK /ˈkəʊdz/

Syllables: KOHDZ (1 syllable)

noun (plural) and verb: Systems of letters or numbers used to stand for something, or sets of rules.

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Codes in a Sentence

  • The building codes changed in April.
  • Both discount codes expired last week.
  • She codes in the evenings for a side project.

Common Mispronunciations of Codes

Not KOHTS

The ending is a z, because the d before it is voiced. Plural s only stays hissing after a voiceless sound, as in cats.

Not KOH-diz

One syllable. The e in the spelling is silent and only there to keep the o long.

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