How to Pronounce These

To pronounce "these", say THES-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ðiːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ðiːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “these”

"these" has 2 syllables: thes-e. It rhymes with seize and appease, if that helps it stick.

What does these mean?

pronoun

  1. The thing, item, etc. being indicated.

    “This isn't the item that I ordered.”

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Words that rhyme with these

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

seizeappeaseexpertiseuneaserepriseeasewheezesqueezeteasechemisecheesebreeze

Related words

arebothceseachescetucfollowingherein

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "these"?▾

"These" has 2 syllables: thes · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "these"?▾

The IPA transcription of "these" is /ðiːz/.

What does "these" mean?▾

These: The thing, item, etc. being indicated.

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