How to Pronounce Pasties

To pronounce "pasties", say PAST-ies — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpeɪstiz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpeɪstiz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pasties”

"pasties" has 2 syllables: past-ies. It rhymes with pastis, if that helps it stick.

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

What does pasties mean?

noun

  1. An item worn (often by strippers) to conceal one's nipples.

noun

  1. A type of seasoned meat pie, usually of a semicircular or distinctive shape.
  2. A circular, battered and deep-fried meat pie usually consisting of minced pork, onion, potato and seasoning and served in a bap or with chips. A peculiarity of Northern Irish "chippy" cuisine, rarely (if ever) seen outside the area.

noun

  1. (chiefly in the plural) A small item of clothing that conceals little more than the nipple of a woman's breast, primarily worn by female exotic dancers.

Words that rhyme with pasties

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pastis

Related words

cornishpottymouthpokiesspreathemouth-pussymincersspithole

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pasties"?▾

"Pasties" has 2 syllables: past · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "pasties"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pasties" is /ˈpeɪstiz/.

What does "pasties" mean?▾

Pasties: An item worn (often by strippers) to conceal one's nipples.

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