How to Pronounce Expresses

To pronounce "expresses", say EXPR-ess-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

9

Letters

EXPR-ess-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “expresses”

"expresses" has 3 syllables: expr-ess-es. It rhymes with tresses and possesses, if that helps it stick.

What does expresses mean?

noun

  1. A mode of transportation, often a train, that travels quickly or directly.

    “I took the express into town.”

  2. A service that allows mail or money to be sent rapidly from one destination to another.

noun

  1. The action of conveying some idea using words or actions; communication, expression.
  2. A specific statement or instruction.

verb

  1. To convey or communicate; to make known or explicit.

    “Words cannot express the love I feel for him.”

  2. To press, squeeze out (especially said of milk).

Synonyms

fast trainoutspeakutter

Antonyms

localstopper

Words that rhyme with expresses

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tressespossessesaddressesexcessesprofessesstressescoalescessuccessesprogressesassessesdepressesmesses

Related words

expressagecarryconveystateextractshowevinceutter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expresses"?▾

"Expresses" has 3 syllables: expr · ess · es.

What does "expresses" mean?▾

Expresses: A mode of transportation, often a train, that travels quickly or directly.

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