How to Pronounce Stores

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

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Syllables

Letters

/stɔːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stores”

"stores" has 2 syllables: stor-es. It rhymes with corps and drawers, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: storrs, storz — easy to mix up when writing.

What does stores mean?

noun

A place where items may be accumulated or routinely kept.
“This building used to be a store for old tires.”
A supply held in storage.

verb

To keep (something) while not in use, generally in a place meant for that purpose.
“I'll store these books in the attic.”
To write (something) into memory or registers.
“This operation stores the result on the stack.”

Synonyms

memory boutique shop stock supply

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Words that rhyme with stores

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

corps drawers scores yours mentors explores chores doors restores bors abhors pours

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stores"?▾

"Stores" has 2 syllables: stor · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "stores"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stores" is /stɔːz/.

What does "stores" mean?▾

Stores: A place where items may be accumulated or routinely kept.

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