How to Pronounce Appease

To pronounce "appease", say APP-eas-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈpiːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈpiːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “appease”

"appease" has 3 syllables: app-eas-e. It rhymes with seize and expertise, if that helps it stick.

What does appease mean?

verb

To make quiet; to calm; to reduce to a state of peace; to dispel (anger or hatred).
“to appease the tumult of the ocean”
To come to terms with; to adapt to the demands of.
“They appeased the angry gods with burnt offerings.”

Synonyms

calm lull pacify placate quell quiet still mollify

Antonyms

antagonize

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Words that rhyme with appease

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seize expertise unease reprise ease wheeze squeeze tease chemise cheese breeze freeze

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "appease"?▾

"Appease" has 3 syllables: app · eas · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "appease"?▾

The IPA transcription of "appease" is /əˈpiːz/.

What does "appease" mean?▾

Appease: To make quiet; to calm; to reduce to a state of peace; to dispel (anger or hatred).

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