How to Pronounce Paillasse

To pronounce "paillasse", say PAILL-ass-e — 3 syllables, IPA /pælˈjɑːs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/pælˈjɑːs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “paillasse”

"paillasse" has 3 syllables: paill-ass-e. It rhymes with malus and talus, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: palus, paleous — easy to mix up when writing.

What does paillasse mean?

noun

  1. An under bed or mattress of straw.

Words that rhyme with paillasse

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

malustaluspalusnaillesspaleoustaillessscalelessraylessveillesswaylessraillessstayless

Related words

palliassestrawbedpalletstraw-bedbedstrawfeatherbedsacksarplier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paillasse"?▾

"Paillasse" has 3 syllables: paill · ass · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "paillasse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "paillasse" is /pælˈjɑːs/.

What does "paillasse" mean?▾

Paillasse: An under bed or mattress of straw.

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