How to Pronounce Motes

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

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Syllables

5

Letters

MOT-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “motes”

"motes" has 2 syllables: mot-es. It rhymes with anecdotes and connotes, if that helps it stick.

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

What does motes mean?

noun

  1. A small particle; a speck.

noun

  1. A meeting for discussion.

    “a wardmote in the city of London”

  2. A body of persons who meet for discussion, especially about the management of affairs.

    “a folk mote”

noun

  1. A tiny computer for remote sensing; a component element of smartdust.

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Words that rhyme with motes

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anecdotesconnotesdenotesquotespromotesgoatstoteskeynotesbanknotesdotesraincoatsoats

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "motes"?▾

"Motes" has 2 syllables: mot · es.

What does "motes" mean?▾

Motes: A small particle; a speck.

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