How to Pronounce Slice

To pronounce "slice", say SLIC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /slaɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/slaɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “slice”

"slice" has 2 syllables: slic-e. It rhymes with concise and nice, if that helps it stick.

What does slice mean?

noun

  1. That which is thin and broad.
  2. A thin, broad piece cut off.

    “Jim was munching on a slice of toast.”

verb

  1. To cut into slices.

    “Slice the cheese thinly.”

  2. To cut with an edge utilizing a drawing motion.

    “The knife left sliced his arm.”

adjective

  1. Having the properties of a slice knot.

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Words that rhyme with slice

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

concisenicevicedevisepreciseenticeadviceparadisesacrificedevicesufficeice

Related words

cutslitgashslashpiecefadecuttingtip

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slice"?▾

"Slice" has 2 syllables: slic · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "slice"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slice" is /slaɪs/.

What does "slice" mean?▾

Slice: That which is thin and broad.

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