How to Pronounce Marquises

To pronounce "marquises", say MARQ-uis-es — 3 syllables. 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

MARQ-uis-es

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"marquises" has 3 syllables: marq-uis-es.

What does marquises mean?

noun

  1. A nobleman in England, France, and Germany, of a rank next below that of duke, but above a count. Originally, the marquis was an officer whose duty was to guard the marches or frontiers of the kingdom. The office has ceased, and the name is now a mere title conferred by letters patent or letters close.
  2. Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Asian genus Bassarona.

noun

  1. A marchioness, especially one who is French.
  2. A marquee.

Synonyms

marchioness

Related words

marchionessmarqueeloupscytheraglacischeveuxkilliecrankiescutum

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How many syllables are in "marquises"?▾

"Marquises" has 3 syllables: marq · uis · es.

What does "marquises" mean?▾

Marquises: A nobleman in England, France, and Germany, of a rank next below that of duke, but above a count. Originally, the marquis was an officer whose duty was to guard the marches or frontiers of the kingdom. The office has ceased, and the name is now a mere title conferred by letters patent or letters close.

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