How to Pronounce Solace

To pronounce "solace", say SOL-ac-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɒ.lɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsɒ.lɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “solace”

"solace" has 3 syllables: sol-ac-e. It rhymes with flawless and lawless, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: solis — easy to mix up when writing.

What does solace mean?

noun

  1. Comfort or consolation in a time of loneliness or distress.

    “You cannot put a monetary value on emotional solace.”

  2. A source of comfort or consolation.

verb

  1. To give solace to; comfort; cheer; console.
  2. To allay or assuage.

Synonyms

comfortcompassionconsolationreliefsupport

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Words that rhyme with solace

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flawlesslawlessawelesssolusbolisbolusmolluscdolustholusgoallessawlessgallous

Related words

consolationcomfortsootheconsolealleviationreliefcondolencereassurance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "solace"?▾

"Solace" has 3 syllables: sol · ac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "solace"?▾

The IPA transcription of "solace" is /ˈsɒ.lɪs/.

What does "solace" mean?▾

Solace: Comfort or consolation in a time of loneliness or distress.

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