How to Pronounce Marches

To pronounce "marches", say MARCH-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɑːtʃɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmɑːtʃɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “marches”

"marches" has 2 syllables: march-es. It rhymes with parches and arches, if that helps it stick.

What does marches mean?

noun

  1. A formal, rhythmic way of walking, used especially by soldiers, bands and in ceremonies.
  2. A political rally or parade

verb

  1. To walk with long, regular strides, as a soldier does.
  2. To cause someone to walk somewhere.

noun

  1. A border region, especially one originally set up to defend a boundary.
  2. A region at a frontier governed by a marquess.

Synonyms

advancementprocessprogressionparadeprotestrallycounty palatinatecounty palatinefrontiermarchland

Words that rhyme with marches

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

parchesarchesstarches

Related words

workswalkswalkingwalkstairsmarksbrandsdams

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "marches"?▾

"Marches" has 2 syllables: march · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "marches"?▾

The IPA transcription of "marches" is /ˈmɑːtʃɪz/.

What does "marches" mean?▾

Marches: A formal, rhythmic way of walking, used especially by soldiers, bands and in ceremonies.

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