How to Pronounce Cuirass

To pronounce "cuirass", say CUIR-ass — 2 syllables, IPA /kwɪˈɹæs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/kwɪˈɹæs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cuirass”

"cuirass" has 2 syllables: cuir-ass. It rhymes with duris and duross, if that helps it stick.

What does cuirass mean?

noun

  1. A piece of defensive armor, covering the body from the neck to the girdle.
  2. The breastplate taken by itself.

verb

  1. To cover with defensive armor; to armor-plate.

Words that rhyme with cuirass

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

durisdurosslathourissouris

Related words

cuirassecuiriecuratcuissardchestguardcuissartcinctureculet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cuirass"?▾

"Cuirass" has 2 syllables: cuir · ass.

What is the IPA transcription of "cuirass"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cuirass" is /kwɪˈɹæs/.

What does "cuirass" mean?▾

Cuirass: A piece of defensive armor, covering the body from the neck to the girdle.

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