How to Pronounce Employs

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

EMPL-oys

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💡 Tip for remembering “employs”

"employs" has 2 syllables: empl-oys. It rhymes with poise and noise, if that helps it stick.

What does employs mean?

verb

  1. To hire (somebody for work or a job).

    “Yesterday our local garage employed a new mechanic.”

  2. To use (somebody for a job, or something for a task).

    “The burglar employed a jemmy to get in.”

Synonyms

hireapplyuseutilize

Words that rhyme with employs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

employmenthireuseutilizeapplyutiliseengageaccount

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "employs"?▾

"Employs" has 2 syllables: empl · oys.

What does "employs" mean?▾

Employs: To hire (somebody for work or a job).

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