How to Pronounce Muses

To pronounce "muses", say MUS-es — 2 syllables, IPA /mjuːzɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/mjuːzɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “muses”

"muses" has 2 syllables: mus-es. It rhymes with infuses and bruises, if that helps it stick.

What does muses mean?

noun

  1. A source of inspiration.
  2. A poet; a bard.

noun

  1. An act of musing; a period of thoughtfulness.

verb

  1. To become lost in thought, to ponder.
  2. To say (something) with due consideration or thought.

Synonyms

Pierian spring

Words that rhyme with muses

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

infusesbruisesexcusesrefusesrusesamusesabusesfusescruisesdiffusesdrusesaccuses

Related words

meditatecontemplatepondermullspeculatereflectruminate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "muses"?▾

"Muses" has 2 syllables: mus · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "muses"?▾

The IPA transcription of "muses" is /mjuːzɪz/.

What does "muses" mean?▾

Muses: A source of inspiration.

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