How to Pronounce Dace

To pronounce "dace", say DAC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /deɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/deɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dace”

"dace" has 2 syllables: dac-e. It rhymes with base and trace, if that helps it stick.

What does dace mean?

noun

  1. The shoal-forming fish Leuciscus leuciscus common in fast-flowing rivers in England and Wales and in Europe.
  2. Any of various related small fish of the family Cyprinidae that live in freshwater and are native to North America.

Synonyms

daredart

Words that rhyme with dace

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basetracecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceefface

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dace"?▾

"Dace" has 2 syllables: dac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dace"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dace" is /deɪs/.

What does "dace" mean?▾

Dace: The shoal-forming fish Leuciscus leuciscus common in fast-flowing rivers in England and Wales and in Europe.

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