How to Pronounce Apologies

To pronounce "apologies", say AP-ol-og-ies — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

AP-ol-og-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “apologies”

"apologies" has 4 syllables: ap-ol-og-ies. It rhymes with ideologies and anthologies, if that helps it stick.

What does apologies mean?

noun

  1. An expression of remorse or regret for having said or done something that harmed another: an instance of apologizing (saying that one is sorry).

    “The CEO made a public apology for the scandal, and promised full cooperation with the authorities.”

  2. A formal justification, defence.

    “The Apology of Socrates.”

interjection

  1. Expresses regret, remorse, or sorrow.
  2. Used to correct oneself in speech.

Synonyms

apologiasorry

Words that rhyme with apologies

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ideologiesanthologieschronologiespathologiestechnologiesdoxologiesetiologiesbiotechnologiesmethodologiesotologiespolytechnologies

Related words

apologiseapologizeexcusesforgivenessjustificationspardonpardonspretexts

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "apologies"?▾

"Apologies" has 4 syllables: ap · ol · og · ies.

What does "apologies" mean?▾

Apologies: An expression of remorse or regret for having said or done something that harmed another: an instance of apologizing (saying that one is sorry).

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