How to Pronounce "pounds"
word
/ˈpaʊndz/
powndz
/pˈaʊndz/
powndz
Definition
Pounds is the plural of pound. It most commonly refers to units of weight, but it can also mean repeated heavy hits or the British currency in some contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpaʊndz/
British English
/pˈaʊndz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
powndz
UK
powndz
Listen in Context
The baby weighs eight pounds.
I bought two pounds of apples.
This book costs fifteen pounds.
I've put on a few pounds since last winter.