How to Pronounce Files

To pronounce "files", say FIL-es — 2 syllables, IPA /faɪlz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/faɪlz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “files”

"files" has 2 syllables: fil-es. It rhymes with trials and juveniles, if that helps it stick.

What does files mean?

noun

  1. A collection of papers collated and archived together.
  2. A roll or list.

verb

  1. To commit (official papers) to some office.
  2. To place in an archive in a logical place and order

noun

  1. A column of people one behind another, whether "single file" or in a large group with many files side by side.

    “The troops marched in Indian file.”

  2. A small detachment of soldiers.

Synonyms

documentpaper

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Words that rhyme with files

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trialsjuvenileslifestylespilesaislesmilesstylesexilesreconcilesstockpilesturnstilesdiles

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "files"?▾

"Files" has 2 syllables: fil · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "files"?▾

The IPA transcription of "files" is /faɪlz/.

What does "files" mean?▾

Files: A collection of papers collated and archived together.

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