How to Pronounce Simples

To pronounce "simples", say SIMPL-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

SIMPL-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “simples”

"simples" has 2 syllables: simpl-es. It rhymes with crumples and wimples, if that helps it stick.

What does simples mean?

noun

  1. A herbal preparation made from one plant, as opposed to something made from more than one plant.
  2. (by extension) A physician.

verb

  1. To gather simples, i.e. medicinal herbs.

interjection

  1. Indicating that something is easy to do or to understand.

Words that rhyme with simples

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crumpleswimples

Related words

uncomplicatedunpretentioussimplexsimplisticbareunproblematicmodestchildlike

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "simples"?▾

"Simples" has 2 syllables: simpl · es.

What does "simples" mean?▾

Simples: A herbal preparation made from one plant, as opposed to something made from more than one plant.

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