How to Pronounce Caresses

To pronounce "caresses", say CAR-ess-es — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈɹɛsɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kəˈɹɛsɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caresses”

"caresses" has 3 syllables: car-ess-es. It rhymes with tresses and possesses, if that helps it stick.

What does caresses mean?

noun

  1. An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
  2. A gentle stroking or rubbing.

verb

  1. To touch or kiss lovingly; to fondle.

    “She loves being caressed by her boyfriend.”

  2. To affect as if with a caress.

Synonyms

holdkisssoothestroke

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Words that rhyme with caresses

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tressespossessesaddressesexcessesprofessesexpressesstressescoalescessuccessesprogressesassessesdepresses

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caresses"?▾

"Caresses" has 3 syllables: car · ess · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "caresses"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caresses" is /kəˈɹɛsɪz/.

What does "caresses" mean?▾

Caresses: An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.

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