How to Pronounce Images

To pronounce "images", say IM-ag-es — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪmɪd͡ʒɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɪmɪd͡ʒɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “images”

"images" has 3 syllables: im-ag-es. It rhymes with afterimages, if that helps it stick.

What does images mean?

noun

  1. An optical or other representation of a real object; a graphic; a picture.

    “The Bible forbids the worship of graven images.”

  2. A mental picture of something not real or not present.

verb

  1. To represent by an image or symbol; to portray.
  2. To reflect, mirror.

Synonyms

ideapicturevaluerange

Words that rhyme with images

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

afterimages

Related words

picturefigureeffigysimulacrumdoubleprototypetropepersona

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "images"?▾

"Images" has 3 syllables: im · ag · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "images"?▾

The IPA transcription of "images" is /ˈɪmɪd͡ʒɪz/.

What does "images" mean?▾

Images: An optical or other representation of a real object; a graphic; a picture.

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