How to Pronounce Preaches

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

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Syllables

8

Letters

PREACH-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “preaches”

"preaches" has 2 syllables: preach-es. It rhymes with breeches and leeches, if that helps it stick.

What does preaches mean?

verb

  1. To give a sermon.

    “A learned local Muslim used to preach in the small mosque every Friday.”

  2. To proclaim by public discourse; to utter in a sermon or a formal religious harangue.

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Words that rhyme with preaches

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

breechesleechesbeechespeachesreachesspeechesbreachesleachesteachesbleachesimpeachesoverreaches

Related words

advocateprophesyadvocatesextolsfostersleadspraysproclaims

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "preaches"?▾

"Preaches" has 2 syllables: preach · es.

What does "preaches" mean?▾

Preaches: To give a sermon.

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