How to Pronounce Falls

To pronounce "falls", say FALLS — one syllable, IPA /fɑlz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

5

Letters

/fɑlz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “falls”

"falls" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with pitfalls and balls, if that helps it stick.

What does falls mean?

noun

  1. The act of moving to a lower position under the effect of gravity.
  2. A reduction in quantity, pitch, etc.

verb

  1. (heading) To be moved downwards.
  2. To move downwards.

noun

  1. The chasing of a hunted whale.

Synonyms

descentdroprapdownfalldecreasediploweringresponsibilityup tobecome

Antonyms

ascentriseincreaseascendgoget uppick oneself upstand up

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Words that rhyme with falls

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pitfallsballsprotocolsdallessprawlsbefallsshortfallscoverallseyeballsschmalzrecallsaerosols

Related words

cascadewaterfallcataractlowsinkplungediptomb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "falls"?▾

"Falls" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "falls"?▾

The IPA transcription of "falls" is /fɑlz/.

What does "falls" mean?▾

Falls: The act of moving to a lower position under the effect of gravity.

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