How to Pronounce Advances

To pronounce "advances", say ADV-anc-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

8

Letters

ADV-anc-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “advances”

"advances" has 3 syllables: adv-anc-es. It rhymes with enhances and circumstances, if that helps it stick.

What does advances mean?

noun

  1. A forward move; improvement or progression.

    “an advance in health or knowledge”

  2. An amount of money or credit, especially given as a loan, or paid before it is due; an advancement.

verb

  1. To promote or advantage.
  2. To move forward in space or time.

Synonyms

accelerateadduceaggrandizeallegeassignelevateexaltheighten

Antonyms

regressregressionretract

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Words that rhyme with advances

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enhancescircumstancesfinancespranceschancestrancesstanceslancesdancesromancesallegiancesexpanses

Related words

progressionprogressadvancementfurtherpromote

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "advances"?▾

"Advances" has 3 syllables: adv · anc · es.

What does "advances" mean?▾

Advances: A forward move; improvement or progression.

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