How to Pronounce Postpones

To pronounce "postpones", say POSTP-on-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

POSTP-on-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “postpones”

"postpones" has 3 syllables: postp-on-es. It rhymes with jones and homophones, if that helps it stick.

What does postpones mean?

verb

  1. To delay or put off an event, appointment etc.

Synonyms

deferdelayforestayposticipateprocrastinateput offput on icestay

Antonyms

advanceantedatebring forwardexpeditehastenprepone (India)

Words that rhyme with postpones

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

joneshomophonesmilestonesmoansintoneshormonesovertonesloanscobblestonesownssconescheekbones

Related words

deferremitshelvetableadjournsdefers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "postpones"?▾

"Postpones" has 3 syllables: postp · on · es.

What does "postpones" mean?▾

Postpones: To delay or put off an event, appointment etc.

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