How to Pronounce Poppies

To pronounce "poppies", say POPP-ies — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

POPP-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “poppies”

"poppies" has 2 syllables: popp-ies. It rhymes with copies and topis, if that helps it stick.

What does poppies mean?

noun

  1. Any plant of the genus Papaver or the family Papaveraceae, with crumpled, often red, petals and a milky juice having narcotic properties; especially the common poppy or corn poppy (Papaver rhoeas) which has orange-red flowers; the flower of such a plant.
  2. A bright red colour tinted with orange, like that of the common poppy flower.

noun

  1. One's father or grandfather, or a male authority figure having similar standing.

Synonyms

pappypoppop-poppoppapops

Words that rhyme with poppies

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

copiestopisfloppiesphotocopiestopees

Related words

shirleydaffodilsflowersopiumcarnationssunflowersrosespoinsettias

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poppies"?▾

"Poppies" has 2 syllables: popp · ies.

What does "poppies" mean?▾

Poppies: Any plant of the genus Papaver or the family Papaveraceae, with crumpled, often red, petals and a milky juice having narcotic properties; especially the common poppy or corn poppy (Papaver rhoeas) which has orange-red flowers; the flower of such a plant.

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