How to Pronounce Piece

To pronounce "piece", say PIEC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /piːs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/piːs/

IPA

"piece" has 2 syllables: piec-e. It rhymes with nice and release, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: peace, pease — easy to mix up when writing.

noun

A part of a larger whole, usually in such a form that it is able to be separated from other parts.
“I’d like another piece of pie.”
A single item belonging to a class of similar items
“a piece of machinery”

verb

(usually with together) To assemble (something real or figurative).
“These clues allowed us to piece together the solution to the mystery.”
To make, enlarge, or repair, by the addition of a piece or pieces; to patch; often with out.
“to piece a garment”

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Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

How many syllables are in "piece"?▾

"Piece" has 2 syllables: piec · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "piece"?▾

The IPA transcription of "piece" is /piːs/.

What does "piece" mean?▾

Piece: A part of a larger whole, usually in such a form that it is able to be separated from other parts.

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