How to Pronounce Pleasure

To pronounce "pleasure", say PLEAS-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈplɛʒə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈplɛʒə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pleasure”

"pleasure" has 3 syllables: pleas-ur-e. It rhymes with measure and displeasure, if that helps it stick.

What does pleasure mean?

noun

  1. A state of being pleased or contented; gratification.

    “He remembered with pleasure his home and family.”

  2. A person, thing or action that causes enjoyment.

    “Having a good night's sleep is one of life's little pleasures.”

verb

  1. To give or afford pleasure to.
  2. To give sexual pleasure to.

    “Johnny pleasured Jackie orally last night.”

interjection

  1. Pleased to meet you, "It's my pleasure"

Synonyms

delightgladnessgratificationhappinessindulgencesatisfactionjoygratifyplease

Antonyms

displeasurepain

Words that rhyme with pleasure

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

measuredispleasuretreasurecountermeasureleasure

Related words

joydelightpleasanceenjoyablehappinesspleasantenjoymentpleasing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pleasure"?▾

"Pleasure" has 3 syllables: pleas · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "pleasure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pleasure" is /ˈplɛʒə/.

What does "pleasure" mean?▾

Pleasure: A state of being pleased or contented; gratification.

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