How to Pronounce Masses

To pronounce "masses", say MASS-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmæs.ɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈmæs.ɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “masses”

"masses" has 2 syllables: mass-es. It rhymes with molasses and eyeglasses, if that helps it stick.

What does masses mean?

noun

  1. (physical) Matter, material.
  2. A large quantity; a sum.

verb

  1. To form or collect into a mass; to form into a collective body; to bring together into masses; to assemble.
  2. To have a certain mass.

    “I mass 70 kilograms.”

noun

  1. The Eucharist, now especially in Roman Catholicism.
  2. Celebration of the Eucharist.

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Words that rhyme with masses

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molasseseyeglassessurpassesfascesglassesclassesgasesassesgrassesbrassesgassesbypasses

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "masses"?▾

"Masses" has 2 syllables: mass · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "masses"?▾

The IPA transcription of "masses" is /ˈmæs.ɪz/.

What does "masses" mean?▾

Masses: (physical) Matter, material.

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