How to Pronounce "bides"
word
ˈbaɪd
BYDE
bˈaɪdz
BYDZ
Definition
'Bides' is the third person singular form of 'bide', which means to wait patiently for the right time to do something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaɪd
British English
bˈaɪdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BYDE
UK
BYDZ
Listen in Context
She bides her time before speaking in meetings.
He bides in the background, watching everything.
The cat bides its time before jumping.
He just bides his time until the perfect opportunity comes along.