How to Pronounce Dares

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/dɛəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dares”

"dares" has 2 syllables: dar-es. It rhymes with airs and tears, if that helps it stick.

What does dares mean?

noun

  1. A challenge to prove courage.
  2. The quality of daring; venturesomeness; boldness.

verb

  1. To have enough courage (to do something).

    “I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”

  2. To defy or challenge (someone to do something)

    “I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”

verb

  1. To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.
  2. To lie or crouch down in fear.

Words that rhyme with dares

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

airstearsnightmaresforebearsaffairsdownstairsunawaresglaresupstairsbackstairstheirs

Related words

defychallengesventuresrefuseshesitateschoosesdecidespretends

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dares"?▾

"Dares" has 2 syllables: dar · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "dares"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dares" is /dɛəz/.

What does "dares" mean?▾

Dares: A challenge to prove courage.

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