How to Pronounce States

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/steɪts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “states”

"states" has 2 syllables: stat-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does states mean?

noun

  1. A condition; a set of circumstances applying at any given time.
  2. High social standing or circumstance.

verb

  1. To declare to be a fact.

    “He stated that he was willing to help.”

  2. To make known.

    “State your intentions.”

Antonyms

occurrence

Words that rhyme with states

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

landcountryexpressprovincetellnationsaycommonwealth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "states"?▾

"States" has 2 syllables: stat · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "states"?▾

The IPA transcription of "states" is /steɪts/.

What does "states" mean?▾

States: A condition; a set of circumstances applying at any given time.

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