How to Pronounce Pass

To pronounce "pass", say PASS — one syllable, IPA /[pʰäːs]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/[pʰäːs]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pass”

"pass" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with ass and impasse, if that helps it stick.

What does pass mean?

verb

  1. To change place.
  2. To change in state or status

Synonyms

spendpledgepromisevowtake heedtake notice

Words that rhyme with pass

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assimpassebrasscrassmassmorassjackassclasssurpassalaslastharass

Related words

elapsereachreturn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pass"?▾

"Pass" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pass"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pass" is /[pʰäːs]/.

What does "pass" mean?▾

Pass: To change place.

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