How to Pronounce Torches

To pronounce "torches", say TORCH-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

7

Letters

TORCH-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “torches”

"torches" has 2 syllables: torch-es. It rhymes with porches and blowtorches, if that helps it stick.

What does torches mean?

noun

  1. A stick with a flame on one end, used chiefly as a light source; a similarly shaped implement with a replaceable supply of flammable material.

    “The mob of angry villagers carried torches and pitchforks to the vampire's castle.”

  2. A portable light source powered by electricity; a flashlight.

    “Ernst slipped and dropped his torch on the flagstones, shattering the bulb and plunging us into darkness.”

verb

  1. To set fire to, especially by use of a torch (flaming stick).

    “Some hoodlums had torched a derelict automobile, which emitted a ghastly pall of thick, black smoke that filled the street.”

Synonyms

flashlightbrandablazeburnfirebombigniteinflameset

Words that rhyme with torches

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

porchesblowtorches

Related words

blowtorchblowlampflashlightflaresflashlights

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "torches"?▾

"Torches" has 2 syllables: torch · es.

What does "torches" mean?▾

Torches: A stick with a flame on one end, used chiefly as a light source; a similarly shaped implement with a replaceable supply of flammable material.

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