How to Pronounce Gneisses

To pronounce "gneisses", say GNEISS-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

GNEISS-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “gneisses”

"gneisses" has 2 syllables: gneiss-es.

What does gneisses mean?

noun

  1. A common and widely-distributed metamorphic rock having bands or veins, but not schistose.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "gneisses"?▾

"Gneisses" has 2 syllables: gneiss · es.

What does "gneisses" mean?▾

Gneisses: A common and widely-distributed metamorphic rock having bands or veins, but not schistose.

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