How to Pronounce Punctures

To pronounce "punctures", say PUNCT-ur-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

PUNCT-ur-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “punctures”

"punctures" has 3 syllables: punct-ur-es. It rhymes with junctures, if that helps it stick.

What does punctures mean?

noun

  1. The act or an instance of puncturing.
  2. A hole, cut, or tear created by a sharp object.

    “There were two small punctures in his arm where the snake's fangs had pierced the skin.”

verb

  1. To pierce; to break through; to tear a hole.

    “The needle punctured the balloon instantly.”

Synonyms

flatflat tyre

Words that rhyme with punctures

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

junctures

Related words

deflateboringsholesperforationspiligerouspunctateperforationpunctation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "punctures"?▾

"Punctures" has 3 syllables: punct · ur · es.

What does "punctures" mean?▾

Punctures: The act or an instance of puncturing.

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