How to Pronounce Thistles

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

THISTL-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “thistles”

"thistles" has 2 syllables: thistl-es. It rhymes with missiles and bristles, if that helps it stick.

What does thistles mean?

noun

  1. Any of several perennial composite plants, especially of genera Cirsium, Carduus, Cynara, or Onopordum, having prickly leaves and showy flower heads with prickly bracts.
  2. This plant seen as the national emblem of Scotland.

Words that rhyme with thistles

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

missilesbristlesdismissalseuromissileswhistles

Related words

burrssowunsiftedweedsnettlesthornsbrambles

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thistles"?▾

"Thistles" has 2 syllables: thistl · es.

What does "thistles" mean?▾

Thistles: Any of several perennial composite plants, especially of genera Cirsium, Carduus, Cynara, or Onopordum, having prickly leaves and showy flower heads with prickly bracts.

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