How to Pronounce Offices

To pronounce "offices", say OFF-ic-es — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɑfɪsɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɑfɪsɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “offices”

"offices" has 3 syllables: off-ic-es.

What does offices mean?

noun

  1. A ceremonial duty or service, particularly:
  2. A position of responsibility.

    “When the office of Secretary of State is vacant, its duties fall upon an official within the department.”

verb

  1. To provide (someone) with an office.
  2. To have an office.

Synonyms

Divine OfficeLiturgy of the Hoursbreviarycanonical hoursliturgy of the hourssurgerybureaudepartment

Related words

authoritybureauagencyfunctionpositionsituationpowerpart

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "offices"?▾

"Offices" has 3 syllables: off · ic · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "offices"?▾

The IPA transcription of "offices" is /ˈɑfɪsɪz/.

What does "offices" mean?▾

Offices: A ceremonial duty or service, particularly:

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