To pronounce "emphases", say EMPH-as-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"emphases" has 3 syllables: emph-as-es. It rhymes with seize and appease, if that helps it stick.
noun
“He paused for emphasis before saying who had won.”
“Anglia TV's emphasis is on Norwich and district.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Emphases" has 3 syllables: emph · as · es.
Emphases: Special weight or forcefulness given to something considered important.
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