How to Pronounce Preferences

To pronounce "preferences", say PREF-er-enc-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

PREF-er-enc-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “preferences”

"preferences" has 4 syllables: pref-er-enc-es. It rhymes with references, if that helps it stick.

What does preferences mean?

noun

  1. The selection of one thing or person over others (with the main adposition being "for" in relation to the thing or person, but possibly also "of")

    “He has a preference for crisp wines.”

  2. The option to so select, and the one selected.

    “Can I keep my preferences when I upgrade to the new version of this application?”

verb

  1. To give preferential treatment to; to give a preference to.

noun

  1. The user-specified settings of parameters in interactive computer software

Synonyms

forechoice

Words that rhyme with preferences

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

references

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "preferences"?▾

"Preferences" has 4 syllables: pref · er · enc · es.

What does "preferences" mean?▾

Preferences: The selection of one thing or person over others (with the main adposition being "for" in relation to the thing or person, but possibly also "of")

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