How to Pronounce Counsels

To pronounce "counsels", say COUNS-els — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

COUNS-els

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💡 Tip for remembering “counsels”

"counsels" has 2 syllables: couns-els. It rhymes with councils, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: councils — easy to mix up when writing.

What does counsels mean?

noun

  1. The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
  2. Exercise of judgment; prudence.

verb

  1. To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).

    “Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals counsel clients.”

  2. To recommend (a course of action).

    “I would counsel prudence in this matter.”

Words that rhyme with counsels

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

councils

Related words

counselorcounselloradviseadvocateguidancedirectioncounselor-at-lawactivists

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "counsels"?▾

"Counsels" has 2 syllables: couns · els.

What does "counsels" mean?▾

Counsels: The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.

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