How to Pronounce Pleasures

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈplɛʒəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pleasures”

"pleasures" has 3 syllables: pleas-ur-es. It rhymes with measures and treasures, if that helps it stick.

What does pleasures 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.”

Synonyms

delightgladnessgratificationhappinessindulgencesatisfactionjoygratifyplease

Antonyms

displeasurepain

Words that rhyme with pleasures

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

measurestreasurescountermeasures

Related words

joydelightpleasancedelightsfunjoysthingsenjoyments

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pleasures"?▾

"Pleasures" has 3 syllables: pleas · ur · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "pleasures"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pleasures" is /ˈplɛʒəz/.

What does "pleasures" mean?▾

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

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