How to Pronounce Finessed

To pronounce "finessed", say FIN-ess-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

FIN-ess-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “finessed”

"finessed" has 3 syllables: fin-ess-ed. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.

What does finessed mean?

verb

  1. To evade (a problem, situation, etc.) by using some clever argument or strategem.
  2. To play (a card) as a finesse.

Synonyms

zhoosh

Words that rhyme with finessed

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manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestchestarrestbequestrequest

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "finessed"?▾

"Finessed" has 3 syllables: fin · ess · ed.

What does "finessed" mean?▾

Finessed: To evade (a problem, situation, etc.) by using some clever argument or strategem.

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