How to Pronounce Marquees

To pronounce "marquees", say MARQ-uees — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

MARQ-uees

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💡 Tip for remembering “marquees”

"marquees" has 2 syllables: marq-uees. It rhymes with darkies and markis, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: markis — easy to mix up when writing.

What does marquees mean?

noun

  1. A large tent with open sides, used for outdoors entertainment.
  2. A projecting canopy over an entrance, especially one with a sign that displays the name of the establishment or other information of it.

Synonyms

chase lightschaser lightsmarching ants

Words that rhyme with marquees

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

darkiesmarkishierarchies

Related words

pavilionmarquisesignboardssignagefloodlightsawningstentscanopies

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "marquees"?▾

"Marquees" has 2 syllables: marq · uees.

What does "marquees" mean?▾

Marquees: A large tent with open sides, used for outdoors entertainment.

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