How to Pronounce Finishes

To pronounce "finishes", say FIN-ish-es — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɪnɪʃɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɪnɪʃɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “finishes”

"finishes" has 3 syllables: fin-ish-es. It rhymes with diminishes, if that helps it stick.

What does finishes mean?

noun

  1. An end; the end of anything.
  2. A protective coating given to wood or metal and other surfaces.

    “The car's finish was so shiny and new.”

verb

  1. To complete (something).

    “Be sure to finish your homework before you go to bed!”

  2. To apply a treatment to (a surface or similar).

    “The furniture was finished in teak veneer.”

Antonyms

begininitiatestart

Words that rhyme with finishes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

diminishes

Related words

finisconclusionterminusendcompletecloselastcease

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "finishes"?▾

"Finishes" has 3 syllables: fin · ish · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "finishes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "finishes" is /ˈfɪnɪʃɪz/.

What does "finishes" mean?▾

Finishes: An end; the end of anything.

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