How to Pronounce Place

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/pleɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “place”

"place" has 2 syllables: plac-e. It rhymes with base and trace, if that helps it stick.

What does place mean?

noun

  1. (physical) An area; somewhere within an area.
  2. A location or position in space.

Synonyms

frame of mindmindsetmoodlocationpositionsituationspotstead

Words that rhyme with place

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basetracecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceefface

Related words

plazapiazzasteadhomestationslotberthrange

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "place"?▾

"Place" has 2 syllables: plac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "place"?▾

The IPA transcription of "place" is /pleɪs/.

What does "place" mean?▾

Place: (physical) An area; somewhere within an area.

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