How to Pronounce Poses

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

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Syllables

5

Letters

POS-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “poses”

"poses" has 2 syllables: pos-es. It rhymes with juxtaposes and imposes, if that helps it stick.

What does poses mean?

noun

  1. Common cold, head cold; catarrh.

noun

  1. Position, posture, arrangement (especially of the human body).

    “Please adopt a more graceful pose for my camera.”

  2. Affectation.

verb

  1. To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect.

    “To pose a model for a picture.”

  2. To ask; to set (a test, quiz, riddle, etc.).

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Words that rhyme with poses

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juxtaposesimposesrosesnosesexposesopposesdisclosesdisposesproposessupposescomposescloses

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poses"?▾

"Poses" has 2 syllables: pos · es.

What does "poses" mean?▾

Poses: Common cold, head cold; catarrh.

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