How to Pronounce Appraise

To pronounce "appraise", say APPR-ais-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈpɹeɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈpɹeɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “appraise”

"appraise" has 3 syllables: appr-ais-e. It rhymes with gaze and malaise, if that helps it stick.

What does appraise mean?

verb

  1. To determine the value or worth of something, particularly as a person appointed for this purpose.

    “to appraise goods and chattels”

  2. To consider comprehensively.

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Words that rhyme with appraise

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gazemalaisehazeblazedazeblaseablazeraisegrazepraisecrazedais

Related words

assessevaluatevaluesurveymeasureappraisalvaluationassessing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "appraise"?▾

"Appraise" has 3 syllables: appr · ais · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "appraise"?▾

The IPA transcription of "appraise" is /əˈpɹeɪz/.

What does "appraise" mean?▾

Appraise: To determine the value or worth of something, particularly as a person appointed for this purpose.

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