To pronounce "shapes", say SHAP-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
shapes
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SHAP-es
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"shapes" has 2 syllables: shap-es. It rhymes with traipse and drapes, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Shapes" has 2 syllables: shap · es.
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