How to Pronounce Assuage

To pronounce "assuage", say ASS-uag-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈsweɪdʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈsweɪdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “assuage”

"assuage" has 3 syllables: ass-uag-e. It rhymes with engage and outrage, if that helps it stick.

What does assuage mean?

verb

  1. To lessen the intensity of, to mitigate or relieve (hunger, emotion, pain etc.).
  2. To pacify or soothe (someone).

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Words that rhyme with assuage

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

engageoutrageragestagegaugegagepagerampagedisengageplagegreigewage

Related words

lenifyalleviateallayrelievepalliateappeasemollifyplacate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "assuage"?▾

"Assuage" has 3 syllables: ass · uag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "assuage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "assuage" is /əˈsweɪdʒ/.

What does "assuage" mean?▾

Assuage: To lessen the intensity of, to mitigate or relieve (hunger, emotion, pain etc.).

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