To pronounce "holmes", say HOLM-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
holmes
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HOLM-es
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"holmes" has 2 syllables: holm-es. It rhymes with catacombs and fomes, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: homes — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
“Hey, holmes! What's up?”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Holmes" has 2 syllables: holm · es.
Holmes: An informal term of address, like man or dude.
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