How to Pronounce Metres

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

METR-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “metres”

"metres" has 2 syllables: metr-es. It rhymes with meters and kilometers, if that helps it stick.

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

What does metres mean?

verb

  1. To measure with a metering device.
  2. To imprint a postage mark with a postage meter.

noun

  1. The basic unit of length in the International System of Units (SI: Système International d'Unités), equal to the distance travelled by light in a vacuum in 1/299 792 458 seconds. The metre is equal to 39 47/127 (approximately 39.37) imperial inches.

noun

  1. The rhythm or measure in verse and musical composition.

Synonyms

m

Words that rhyme with metres

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

meterskilometerslitersmilliliterscheatersmillimetersbeaterscentimetersanteaterseatersrepeatersammeters

Related words

mmeterdepthfathomsfeetfoothurricanekilogramme

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "metres"?▾

"Metres" has 2 syllables: metr · es.

What does "metres" mean?▾

Metres: To measure with a metering device.

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