How to Pronounce Spices

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈspaɪsɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spices”

"spices" has 2 syllables: spic-es. It rhymes with vices and slices, if that helps it stick.

What does spices mean?

noun

  1. Aromatic or pungent plant matter (usually dried) used to season or flavour food.
  2. Appeal, interest; an attribute that makes something appealing, interesting, or engaging.

verb

  1. To add spice or spices to; season.
  2. To spice up.

Words that rhyme with spices

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vicesslicesicessplicesdicesricessufficestricesoverprices

Related words

zestspiceryspicinessaromaticalseasoningsherbscondimentsflavorings

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spices"?▾

"Spices" has 2 syllables: spic · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "spices"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spices" is /ˈspaɪsɪz/.

What does "spices" mean?▾

Spices: Aromatic or pungent plant matter (usually dried) used to season or flavour food.

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