How to Pronounce Benches

To pronounce "benches", say BENCH-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɛntʃɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈbɛntʃɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “benches”

"benches" has 2 syllables: bench-es. It rhymes with trenches and wrenches, if that helps it stick.

What does benches mean?

noun

A long seat with or without a back, found for example in parks and schools.
“They sat on a park bench and tossed bread crumbs to the ducks and pigeons.”
The people who decide on the verdict; the judiciary.
“They are awaiting a decision on the motion from the bench.”

verb

To remove a player from play.
“They benched him for the rest of the game because they thought he was injured.”
To remove someone from a position of responsibility temporarily.

noun

The weight one is able to bench press, especially the maximum weight capable of being pressed.
“He became frustrated when his bench increased by only 10 pounds despite a month of training.”

Synonyms

sideline

Words that rhyme with benches

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trenches wrenches drenches clenches quenches entrenches stenches

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "benches"?▾

"Benches" has 2 syllables: bench · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "benches"?▾

The IPA transcription of "benches" is /ˈbɛntʃɪz/.

What does "benches" mean?▾

Benches: A long seat with or without a back, found for example in parks and schools.

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