How to Pronounce Evokes

To pronounce "evokes", say EV-ok-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

EV-ok-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “evokes”

"evokes" has 3 syllables: ev-ok-es. It rhymes with coax and hoax, if that helps it stick.

What does evokes mean?

verb

  1. To call out; to draw out or bring forth.
  2. To cause the manifestation of something (emotion, picture, etc.) in someone's mind or imagination.

    “Being here evokes long forgotten memories.”

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Words that rhyme with evokes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coaxhoaxfolksinvokesjokesprovokessoaksblokeschokescokesyokessmokes

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "evokes"?▾

"Evokes" has 3 syllables: ev · ok · es.

What does "evokes" mean?▾

Evokes: To call out; to draw out or bring forth.

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