How to Pronounce Pastries

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

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpeɪstɹiz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pastries”

"pastries" has 2 syllables: pastr-ies.

What does pastries mean?

noun

  1. A baked food item made from flour and fat pastes such as pie crust; also tarts, bear claws, napoleons, puff pastries, etc.

    “That pastry shop sells not just pastries, but all kinds of baked goods.”

  2. The food group formed by the various kinds of pastries.

    “That pastry shop sells not just pastry, but all kinds of baked goods.”

Related words

browniescakescookiescupcakesdaddiestartstwinkiescroissants

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pastries"?▾

"Pastries" has 2 syllables: pastr · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "pastries"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pastries" is /ˈpeɪstɹiz/.

What does "pastries" mean?▾

Pastries: A baked food item made from flour and fat pastes such as pie crust; also tarts, bear claws, napoleons, puff pastries, etc.

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