How to Pronounce Rises

To pronounce "rises", say RIS-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹaɪzɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɹaɪzɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rises”

"rises" has 2 syllables: ris-es. It rhymes with comprises and criticizes, if that helps it stick.

What does rises mean?

verb

To move, or appear to move, physically upwards relative to the ground.
To increase in value or standing.

Synonyms

come back from the dead arise get up climb go up increase

Antonyms

descend drop fall sink set decrease

Words that rhyme with rises

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

comprises criticizes epitomizes emphasizes enterprises prizes surprises realizes theorizes characterizes despises surmises

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rises"?▾

"Rises" has 2 syllables: ris · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "rises"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rises" is /ˈɹaɪzɪz/.

What does "rises" mean?▾

Rises: To move, or appear to move, physically upwards relative to the ground.

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