How to Pronounce Morass

To pronounce "morass", say MOR-ass — 2 syllables, IPA /məˈɹæs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/məˈɹæs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “morass”

"morass" has 2 syllables: mor-ass. It rhymes with ass and pass, if that helps it stick.

What does morass mean?

noun

  1. A tract of soft, wet ground; a marsh; a fen.
  2. Anything that entraps or makes progress difficult.

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Words that rhyme with morass

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asspassimpassebrasscrassmassjackassclasssurpassalaslastharass

Related words

quagmiremiremarshlandbogswampdamlogjamrut

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "morass"?▾

"Morass" has 2 syllables: mor · ass.

What is the IPA transcription of "morass"?▾

The IPA transcription of "morass" is /məˈɹæs/.

What does "morass" mean?▾

Morass: A tract of soft, wet ground; a marsh; a fen.

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