How to Pronounce Misplace

To pronounce "misplace", say MISPL-ac-e — 3 syllables, IPA /mɪsˈpleɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/mɪsˈpleɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “misplace”

"misplace" has 3 syllables: mispl-ac-e. It rhymes with base and trace, if that helps it stick.

What does misplace mean?

verb

  1. To put something somewhere and then forget its location; to mislay
  2. To apply one's talents inappropriately.

Synonyms

mislay

Words that rhyme with misplace

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basetracecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceefface

Related words

mislaylosemislocatemislookmissetmislodgemisfilemisput

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "misplace"?▾

"Misplace" has 3 syllables: mispl · ac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "misplace"?▾

The IPA transcription of "misplace" is /mɪsˈpleɪs/.

What does "misplace" mean?▾

Misplace: To put something somewhere and then forget its location; to mislay

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