How to Pronounce High-rise

To pronounce "high-rise", say HIGHR-is-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

HIGHR-is-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “high-rise”

"high-rise" has 3 syllables: highr-is-e.

What does high-rise mean?

noun

  1. A tall building, one of many stories.

adjective

  1. (of clothing) Designed to sit high on, or above, the wearer's hips.

    “high-rise jeans”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "high-rise"?▾

"High-rise" has 3 syllables: highr · is · e.

What does "high-rise" mean?▾

High-rise: A tall building, one of many stories.

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