How to Pronounce Persuades

To pronounce "persuades", say PERS-uad-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PERS-uad-es

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"persuades" has 3 syllables: pers-uad-es. It rhymes with accolades and shades, if that helps it stick.

verb

To successfully convince (someone) to agree to, accept, or do something, usually through reasoning and verbal influence.
“That salesman was able to persuade me into buying this bottle of lotion.”
To convince of by argument, or by reasons offered or suggested from reflection, etc.; to cause to believe (something).

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

How many syllables are in "persuades"?▾

"Persuades" has 3 syllables: pers · uad · es.

What does "persuades" mean?▾

Persuades: To successfully convince (someone) to agree to, accept, or do something, usually through reasoning and verbal influence.

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