How to Pronounce Masks

To pronounce "masks", say MASKS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “masks”

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

What does masks mean?

noun

  1. A cover, or partial cover, for the face, used for disguise or protection.

    “a dancer's mask; a fencer's mask; a ball player's mask”

  2. That which disguises; a pretext or subterfuge.

verb

  1. To cover (the face or something else), in order to conceal the identity or protect against injury; to cover with a mask or visor.
  2. To disguise; to cover; to hide.

noun

  1. A mesh.
  2. The mesh of a net; a net; net-bag.

Synonyms

mascaronvizard

Words that rhyme with masks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tasksaskscasksmasquesflasksbasksbasques

Related words

cloakmasquerademasquedissemblebeliescloaksconcealsdisguises

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "masks"?▾

"Masks" has one syllable.

What does "masks" mean?▾

Masks: A cover, or partial cover, for the face, used for disguise or protection.

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