How to Pronounce Sets

To pronounce "sets", say SETS — one syllable, IPA /sɛts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/sɛts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sets”

"sets" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with assets and epithets, if that helps it stick.

What does sets mean?

verb

  1. To put (something) down, to rest.

    “Set the tray there.”

  2. To attach or affix (something) to something else, or in or upon a certain place.

    “I have set my heart on running the marathon.”

noun

  1. A punch for setting nails in wood.

    “nail set”

  2. A device for receiving broadcast radio waves (or, more recently, broadcast data); a radio or television.

    “television set”

noun

  1. A young plant fit for setting out; a slip; shoot.
  2. A rudimentary fruit.

Synonyms

layputset downlightduskeveeveningsundownsunsetdrum

Antonyms

extinguishput outquenchpick up

Words that rhyme with sets

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assetsepithetsfretsbegetstzetzeupsetsrosettessweatsoffsetssilhouettesdiskettesbaronets

Related words

laydownmarkbentputsituatedlocalizeadjust

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sets"?▾

"Sets" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sets"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sets" is /sɛts/.

What does "sets" mean?▾

Sets: To put (something) down, to rest.

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