How to Pronounce Sketches

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈskɛtʃɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sketches”

"sketches" has 2 syllables: sketch-es. It rhymes with stretches and fetches, if that helps it stick.

What does sketches mean?

noun

  1. A rapidly executed freehand drawing that is not intended as a finished work, often consisting of a multitude of overlapping lines.
  2. A rough design, plan, or draft, as a rough draft of a book.

verb

  1. To make a brief, basic drawing.

    “I usually sketch with a pen rather than a pencil.”

  2. To describe briefly and with very few details.

    “He sketched the accident, sticking to the facts as they had happened.”

Words that rhyme with sketches

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stretchesfetchesretchesspetchesleches

Related words

outlinecartoonstudysurveyvignetteresumeadumbrateartworks

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sketches"?▾

"Sketches" has 2 syllables: sketch · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "sketches"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sketches" is /ˈskɛtʃɪz/.

What does "sketches" mean?▾

Sketches: A rapidly executed freehand drawing that is not intended as a finished work, often consisting of a multitude of overlapping lines.

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