How to Pronounce Knows

To pronounce "knows", say KNOWS — one syllable, IPA /nəʊz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/nəʊz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “knows”

"knows" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with repose and close, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: nose, noes — easy to mix up when writing.

What does knows mean?

noun

  1. Knowledge; the state of knowing.

verb

  1. To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that.

    “He knew something terrible was going to happen.”

  2. To be aware of; to be cognizant of.

    “Did you know Michelle and Jack were getting divorced? ― Yes, I knew.”

Synonyms

coitizego to bed withsleep with

Words that rhyme with knows

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reposeclosecomposeposeimposeexposeopposejuxtaposedisclosedeposeproposeinterpose

Related words

informedknowledgeableenlightenedwell-readwisewell-educatedlearnedintentional

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knows"?▾

"Knows" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "knows"?▾

The IPA transcription of "knows" is /nəʊz/.

What does "knows" mean?▾

Knows: Knowledge; the state of knowing.

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