How to Pronounce Laces

To pronounce "laces", say LAC-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈleɪ.sɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈleɪ.sɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “laces”

"laces" has 2 syllables: lac-es. It rhymes with showcases and races, if that helps it stick.

What does laces mean?

noun

  1. A light fabric containing patterns of holes, usually built up from a single thread. Wp
  2. A cord or ribbon passed through eyelets in a shoe or garment, pulled tight and tied to fasten the shoe or garment firmly. Wp

verb

  1. To fasten (something) with laces.
  2. To add alcohol, poison, a drug or anything else potentially harmful to (food or drink).

Words that rhyme with laces

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

showcasesraceschasesembracesbasescasestracesspacesdatabasesinterfacesbracesplaces

Related words

plaitspikeenlaceinterlaceentwineintertwinetwinefortify

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "laces"?▾

"Laces" has 2 syllables: lac · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "laces"?▾

The IPA transcription of "laces" is /ˈleɪ.sɪz/.

What does "laces" mean?▾

Laces: A light fabric containing patterns of holes, usually built up from a single thread. Wp

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