How to Pronounce Adages

To pronounce "adages", say AD-ag-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

AD-ag-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “adages”

"adages" has 3 syllables: ad-ag-es. It rhymes with badajoz, if that helps it stick.

What does adages mean?

noun

  1. An old saying which has obtained credit by long use
  2. An old saying which has been overused or considered a cliché; a trite maxim

Synonyms

apophthegmcolloquialismproverb

Words that rhyme with adages

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badajoz

Related words

proverbbywordsawproverbssawssayingsmaximsaxiom

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adages"?▾

"Adages" has 3 syllables: ad · ag · es.

What does "adages" mean?▾

Adages: An old saying which has obtained credit by long use

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