How to Pronounce Stokes

To pronounce "stokes", say STOK-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

STOK-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “stokes”

"stokes" has 2 syllables: stok-es. It rhymes with coax and hoax, if that helps it stick.

What does stokes mean?

verb

  1. To poke, pierce, thrust.

verb

  1. To feed, stir up, especially, a fire or furnace.
  2. (by extension) To encourage a behavior or emotion.

Words that rhyme with stokes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coaxhoaxevokesfolksinvokesjokesprovokessoaksblokeschokescokesyokes

Related words

cheyneprovokesraisesfanskindlesfuelssparksignites

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stokes"?▾

"Stokes" has 2 syllables: stok · es.

What does "stokes" mean?▾

Stokes: To poke, pierce, thrust.

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