How to Pronounce Molasses

To pronounce "molasses", say MOL-ass-es — 3 syllables, IPA /[məˈlæ.sɪz]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/[məˈlæ.sɪz]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “molasses”

"molasses" has 3 syllables: mol-ass-es. It rhymes with eyeglasses and masses, if that helps it stick.

What does molasses mean?

noun

A thick brownish syrup produced in the refining of raw sugar.

Synonyms

long sweetening treacle sorghum syrup

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Words that rhyme with molasses

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eyeglasses masses surpasses fasces glasses classes gases asses grasses brasses gasses bypasses

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "molasses"?▾

"Molasses" has 3 syllables: mol · ass · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "molasses"?▾

The IPA transcription of "molasses" is /[məˈlæ.sɪz]/.

What does "molasses" mean?▾

Molasses: A thick brownish syrup produced in the refining of raw sugar.

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