How to Pronounce Praise

To pronounce "praise", say PRAIS-e — 2 syllables, IPA /pɹeɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/pɹeɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “praise”

"praise" has 2 syllables: prais-e. It rhymes with gaze and malaise, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: preys, prays — easy to mix up when writing.

What does praise mean?

noun

  1. Commendation; favourable representation in words
  2. Worship

verb

  1. To give praise to; to commend, glorify, or worship.

    “Be sure to praise Bobby for his excellent work at school this week.”

Antonyms

blamecriticize

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Words that rhyme with praise

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gazemalaisehazeblazedazeblaseappraiseablazeraisegrazecrazedais

Related words

kudoscongratulationscommendlaudcommendationextolcomplimentapplaud

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "praise"?▾

"Praise" has 2 syllables: prais · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "praise"?▾

The IPA transcription of "praise" is /pɹeɪz/.

What does "praise" mean?▾

Praise: Commendation; favourable representation in words

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