How to Pronounce Intrigues

To pronounce "intrigues", say INTR-ig-ues — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈtɹiːɡz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪnˈtɹiːɡz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “intrigues”

"intrigues" has 3 syllables: intr-ig-ues. It rhymes with fatigues and leagues, if that helps it stick.

What does intrigues mean?

noun

  1. A complicated or clandestine plot or scheme intended to effect some purpose by secret artifice; conspiracy; stratagem.
  2. The plot of a play, poem or romance; the series of complications in which a writer involves their imaginary characters.

verb

  1. To conceive or carry out a secret plan intended to harm; to form a plot or scheme.
  2. To arouse the interest of; to fascinate.

Words that rhyme with intrigues

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fatiguesleaguestiegs

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intrigues"?▾

"Intrigues" has 3 syllables: intr · ig · ues.

What is the IPA transcription of "intrigues"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intrigues" is /ɪnˈtɹiːɡz/.

What does "intrigues" mean?▾

Intrigues: A complicated or clandestine plot or scheme intended to effect some purpose by secret artifice; conspiracy; stratagem.

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