How to Pronounce Please

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

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Accent

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Speed

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Syllables

Letters

/pliːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “please”

"please" has 2 syllables: pleas-e. It rhymes with seize and appease, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: pleas, plese — easy to mix up when writing.

What does please mean?

verb

To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.
“Her presentation pleased the executives.”
To desire; to will; to be pleased by.
“Just do as you please.”

Synonyms

desire will satisfy

Antonyms

annoy disgust displease irritate

Hear “please” in real sentences

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Words that rhyme with please

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

seize appease expertise unease reprise ease wheeze squeeze tease chemise cheese breeze

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "please"?▾

"Please" has 2 syllables: pleas · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "please"?▾

The IPA transcription of "please" is /pliːz/.

What does "please" mean?▾

Please: To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.

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